David Edwards

David Edwards is a researcher at the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge, with a focus on tropical forest ecology and conservation. His work addresses critical issues such as habitat degradation, wildlife trade, and global wood security.

• University of Cambridge
• Department of Plant Sciences

His research emphasizes quantifying biodiversity impacts from logging, restoration efforts, and wildlife trade, while establishing the Centre for Global Wood Security to balance timber needs with conservation goals. Key taxa studied include trees, orchids, birds, and dung beetles.

Collaborations span environmental economists, land systems scientists, NGOs, and government agencies. Fieldwork locations include the Andes, sub-Saharan Africa, and Borneo.