Shannon Dee Algar is a Lecturer with the Complex Systems Group at the University of Western Australia. Her research focuses on two intersecting areas of complexity science: collective behaviour in swarms—particularly when viewed through the lens of game theory—and the application of topological data analysis to time series. As an applied mathematician, she is passionate about using mathematical models and tools to tackle real-world problems, especially those that arise in interdisciplinary contexts. Shannon is also a committed advocate for the role of mathematics in uncovering patterns in complex systems and fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration.