Chartered Scientist
CSci
About Rowan Byrne
Rowan Byrne CSci FRSB is an Irish marine biologist, marine ecologist, Chartered Scientist and Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology with more than 30 years of experience in marine and environmental science.
Biography
Rowan Byrne's work brings together marine biology, ecology, conservation, environmental assessment, photography and public communication. His field experience spans more than 22 countries and a wide range of marine environments, from tropical coral reefs and sea turtle nesting beaches to temperate coasts, harbours and offshore waters.
His work has included marine and freshwater ecology, biodiversity assessment, sea turtle conservation, marine plastics and microplastics research, offshore wind environmental impact assessment, marine net gain and nature-inclusive design. Alongside professional practice, Rowan documents marine life and fieldwork through original photography and film.
CSci
FRSB
30+ years of field and professional experience
Bond Solon trained; CPR Part 35 compliant
Scientific practice
Fieldwork, surveys, habitat assessment and marine biodiversity.
Leatherback turtle research, satellite tracking and conservation initiatives.
Water pollution, wastewater, ecological harm and environmental assessment.
Marine litter, microplastics, monitoring and public engagement.
Environmental impact assessment, marine net gain and nature-inclusive design.
Original marine photography, video, talks and science communication.
Knowledge shared publicly
Rowan is a published researcher and TEDx speaker. His work and commentary have appeared through outlets including RTÉ Radio 1 and Newstalk Breakfast, and he received the ISEP Sustainability Impact Award for Sustainable Leader in 2020.
His peer-reviewed research includes leatherback turtle tracking work published in the Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology. MarineCreatures.com brings together this professional record with field accounts, photography, video and educational resources.
Career timeline, credentials and evidence record.
ExploreFieldwork, research and conservation around the world.
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