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Professor Amy Dickman is a leading academic in wildlife conservation and currently serves as Director of the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU) at the University of Oxford. She holds the academic rank of Professor and specializes in human-wildlife conflict resolution, particularly focusing on large carnivores like lions and leopards. Her work integrates ecological research with policy development, emphasizing practical solutions for coexistence between humans and wildlife.
Professional affiliations include joint CEO of Lion Landscapes (promoting coexistence in Tanzania, Kenya, and Zambia) and Chair of the Arabian Leopard Fund's Board. She is also a member of multiple IUCN Specialist Groups, including the Cat Specialist Group and Human-Wildlife Conflict & Coexistence Group.
Her research interests center on mitigating human-carnivore conflicts through innovative strategies like fortified livestock enclosures, market-based financial incentives, and community-led monitoring. Recent work highlights the importance of addressing socio-political factors alongside ecological challenges in conservation.
Key contributions include pioneering the use of camera trapping for lion population monitoring, analyzing the socio-economic impacts of trophy hunting, and advocating for equitable conservation policies that balance global and local interests. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, policy, and community engagement to address complex conservation challenges in Africa.
