Michelle Davis

MICHELLE DAVIS is a Lecturer in Ecology at Edge Hill University, with a focus on conservation genetics, population dynamics, and ecological restoration. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Zoology from the University of Reading and an MSc in Conservation Biology from Manchester Metropolitan University. Her doctoral research (2015–2019) at Edge Hill University centered on the population genetics of the Marsh Fritillary butterfly. She also held roles at Writtle University College (2022) and contributed to teaching at Chongqing Normal University through the Diploma in Biology program.

Her research spans

• Ecosystem restoration in dune slacks
• Reproductive strategies in temperate trees
• Genetic management of reintroduced species

MICHELLE actively participates in professional networks including the Ecological Genetics Group (EGG) committee and British Ecological Society meetings. She teaches modules such as Genetics and Evolution, Zoo Conservation & Animal Behaviour, and Biodiversity Planning & Legislation at Edge Hill University.