
BPsychSci, BSC (Hons) (Psych)
Chae’s PhD research focuses on applying an analytical criminology approach (guided by Situational Action Theory) to the field of road safety, in order to effectively integrate person- and environmental-oriented explanations of offender driving. Doing so not only enables a greater understanding as to who is more likely to offend while driving, but also why and under what circumstances a driver would choose to do so.
Prior to commencing his PhD, Chae was employed for a number of years as a Research Officer at CARRS-Q. He has extensive experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including:
- Facilitation of focus groups and interviews;
- Development, implementation, and interpretation of surveys;
- Conducting experimental research designs involving laboratory-based studies and driving simulators;
- Systematic reviews and meta-analyses;
- GIS; and
- Drawing insights from large datasets.
DOCTORAL RESEARCH
“Examining Speed Behaviour: An Application of Situational Action Theory”
THESIS SUPERVISORS
Dr Angela Watson, Professor Barry Watson and Dr Beth Hardie (External – University of Cambridge)
SCHOLARSHIP
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Analytical Criminology
- Situational Action Theory
- Driver behaviour
- Deterrence
- Self-control
- Recidivism