I am Associate Professor and Discipline Lead of Terrorism Studies at Charles Sturt University. I am one of the most published scholars on terrorism in Australia. I have published two books, over 12 academic papers in leading journals, made numerous submissions to government inquiries, worked as an expert witness, and appeared in the media over 350 times.

I am first author in over 70% of works. I have achieved a H Index of 12 since joining academia in 2019. ​In 2024, I was found to be the top Australian researcher in my field, and one of the top 250 researchers nationally based on the quality and impact of my work.​ A peer reviewer of an ONI grant application once said I made this award up. Apparently following hyperlinks is hard work in the academe.

My research focuses on terrorism and extremism in western democratic contexts.​ My research on right wing extremism has canvassed transnational and domestic networks, ideologies, the participation of women, online vectors, and more. My research on left wing extremism has examined both historical and contemporary strategies. My research on religious terrorism has explored their presence and networks in Australia, tactical evolution, and targeting considerations. I have published extensively on youth radicalisation and recruitment, ideology, online extremism, and countering violent extremism.​