Douglas Yen

Professor Douglas Yen

  • Post Nominals: FAHA
  • Fellow Type: Corresponding Fellow
  • Elected to the Academy: 1986

Biography

Born Wellington, New Zealand. Educated St Mark’s School, Wellington College, Victoria University College, and Massey Agricultural College. Plant breeder/residency at the New Zealand Department of Science and Industry (1948-66); ethnobotanist at the Bishop Museum, Hawaii (1966-80); Professorial Fellow, ANU (1980-86) and Professor of Prehistory ANU (1986-90, retired).

Acknowledgement of Country

The Australian Academy of the Humanities recognises Australia’s First Nations Peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of this land, and their continuous connection to country, community and culture.

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Australian Academy of the Humanities recognises Australia’s First Nations Peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of this land, and their continuous connection to country, community and culture.