Stéphane Mangeon
Area of research:
Data Science applied to Agriculture, Ecology, and Bushfires
Research project details:
My core project is about building the mathematical and machine learning framework for model-data fusion of agricultural pests. For example, if a model predicts a swarm of locusts in your farm, but you observed none, the model’s forecast would be adjusted on-the-fly.
I am also involved in mapping bushfire risks, and their implications for power network operations. This is more of an external scientific consultancy project, which I do more and more of.
Location:
Data61, Brisbane. I also frequently visit Canberra so would be happy with a mentor based there.
My expectations from a mentoring partnership:
My expectations would vary based on you (the mentor), your experience and interests.
It could revolve around:
- Science,
- Career planning,
- Building a network in Data Science,
- Stepping into leadership roles,
- Innovation, consultancies, and start-ups
Regarding logistics, I would be happy to discuss things remotely but in general would love to communicate in person. In terms of time commitment, I wouldn’t expect more than an hour a month but if you have more availability would be happy to chat more frequently.
My general interests:
French-born and British-educated, I moved to Australia with my Danish wife whom I met in Singapore. And so far, we’re loving the country!
Before joining CSIRO, I had some career twists and turns. From Oil and Gas Exploration to working with the United Nations on bushfires and climate change to starting a deep tech AI company in Singapore.
In general, I believe team work makes the dream work – hence my role co-chairing the national CERC Postdoc committee. So, I am curious to know about gearing data science careers toward more management and leadership roles.
Outside of work, I particularly enjoy sailing, diving, and great coffee.