R.N. (Neil) Byron is an environmental and natural resource economist formerly affiliated with Australian National University (ANU) and University of Canberra. His work focuses on forest economics, natural resource management, and environmental policy, with particular emphasis on the sustainable use of forest resources and the socio-economic dimensions of forestry systems.

Over the course of his career, he has contributed to research and policy development related to forest valuation, land-use planning, and community-based resource management. He has also been involved in consulting and advisory roles across Asia-Pacific and other regions, supporting evidence-based decision-making in forestry and environmental governance.