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Axel Hochkirch is a Professor for Biodiversity and Conservation at the University of Trier, Germany, where he has been affiliated with the Department of Biogeography since March 2008. Since February 2023, he has also served as Curator for Ecology at the National Museum of Natural History in Luxembourg. His academic journey includes obtaining his PhD from the University of Bremen in 2001 with a thesis on East African grasshoppers, followed by an Assistant Professorship at the University of Osnabrück from 2001-2007. He was distinguished as an Associate Professor in June 2017 and completed his Habilitation in Biogeography in February 2009.
Dr. Hochkirch's research expertise spans the full spectrum of biodiversity science, from evolutionary origins through mechanisms of biodiversity maintenance to practical conservation applications. His work integrates field ecology, molecular techniques, and conservation planning to address pressing biodiversity challenges. He has developed particular expertise in Orthoptera (grasshoppers, crickets, and bush-crickets) conservation, which serves as a model system for broader biodiversity questions.
His recent publications reveal a strong focus on climate change impacts, particularly wildfire effects on endemic insects, biodiversity indicator species, and the development of tools for identifying Key Biodiversity Areas. His collaborative work on multi-taxon Red List analyses demonstrates his commitment to comprehensive biodiversity assessment. The recurring theme across his recent work is the application of rigorous scientific methods to inform practical conservation decision-making.
Dr. Hochkirch serves as a Handling Editor for Conservation Biology and an Associate Editor for the Journal of Orthoptera Research, contributing significantly to the scientific community through editorial work. His research has informed conservation practice across Europe, particularly in insect conservation and biodiversity monitoring frameworks. His leadership in developing conservation action plans for threatened pollinators and other invertebrates highlights his commitment to translating research into conservation action.
