Personal profile
Research interests
My research examines the psychological and sociological dimensions of criminal behavior, victimisation patterns, and violence prevention. I seek to identify risk factors for interpersonal violence and develop evidence-based interventions, particularly through the innovative integration of sports-based initiatives.
My current research agenda encompasses three broad areas:
- Victimology and psychological risk factors, with specific emphasis on female victims of interpersonal violence and the victim/offender overlap paradigm
- The psychology of cybercrime, particularly focusing on romance scams and online victimisation patterns
- Sports-based intervention strategies for violence prevention and social transformation
I also collaborate on projects examining intimate partner violence typologies, gender-based violence prevention, and the development of empirically-grounded risk assessment tools. My work aims to bridge the gap between theoretical criminology and practical intervention strategies.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 5 Gender Equality
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
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2023 FSD Research Project Grant
Ghanbaripour, A. (Assistant Professor), Talebian, N. (Assistant Professor), Brotto, G. (Assistant Professor) & Amar, J. (Project Roles)
3/03/23 → 31/12/23
Project: Research
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Evaluating the impact of Mediterranean dietary adherence on psychological distress and wellbeing: The MoodFood pilot study
Gilmour, A., Mastro Campbell, S., Brotto, G. & Lee, M. F., 19 Feb 2026, In: Nutritional Psychiatry. 2, p. 1-7 7 p., 100011.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Adult cyber abuse: Two intersecting studies examining intrapersonal characteristics and prediction of victimisation and perpetration
Brotto, G., Lincoln, R., Christophersen, L. & Goldsworthy, T., Aug 2025, In: Psychiatry, Psychology and Law. p. 1-31 31 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Hard Hats and Glass Ceilings: Women’s Experiences in the Construction Industry in Developed Western Nations
Tumpa, R. J., Ghanbaripour, A., Brotto, G., Amar, J. H. N., Zhang, W., Ghamarimajd, Z., Talebian, N., Sunindijo, R. Y. & Yousefian, P., 19 Aug 2025, In: Journal of Construction Engineering and Management - ASCE. 151, 11, p. 1-18 18 p., 04025161.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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The Impact of Timely Formative Feedback on University Student Motivation
Fisher, D. P., Brotto, G., Lim, I. & Southam, C., 9 Jan 2025, In: Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education. 50, 4, p. 622-631 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Childhood Maltreatment and Subsequent Offending Behaviors in Australian Women: Exploring the Role of Borderline Personality Disorder
Brotto, G., McGillivray, C., Marberly-Steenner, J., Christophersen, L. & Kenner, E., 6 Sept 2024, In: Child Abuse and Neglect. 156, p. 1-12 12 p., 107022.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Walk This Way: Active Learning Strategies in Action
Brotto, G. (Attendee)
20 Jun 2025Activity: Professional Development, Mentorship, Supervision and Other Activities › Internal Professional Development
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FULT iLumni Breakfast
Brotto, G. (Attendee)
19 Jun 2025Activity: Professional Development, Mentorship, Supervision and Other Activities › Internal Professional Development
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FSD PDW: Best Practices for Group Work and Assessment
Baumann, O. (Speaker), Henson, D. (Speaker), Clark, M. (Speaker) & Brotto, G. (Speaker)
26 Mar 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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FSD AI Showcase – Embedding AI in Teaching and Assessment
Baumann, O. (Speaker), Graham, C. (Speaker), Webb, B. (Speaker), Brotto, G. (Speaker) & Wilson, T. (Speaker)
8 Oct 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Personal characteristics of adult victims of online abuse: A typological analysis
Brotto, G. (Speaker) & Lincoln, R. (Speaker)
7 Dec 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
Press/Media
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Why we must address the ripple effects of domestic violence
17/02/24
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
Student theses
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Toward a Psychological Typology for Victims of Interpersonal Violent Crimes: An Empirical Analysis of Behavioural Characteristics and Personality Traits.
Brotto, G. (Author), Lincoln, R. A. (Supervisor), 17 Feb 2017Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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