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Professor Ben Sheldon is a distinguished academic at the University of Oxford, holding the Luc Hoffmann Chair in Field Ornithology and serving as Director of the Edward Grey Institute within the Department of Zoology. His career spans leadership roles, including Head of Department (2016-2021) and Associate Head of Department (2011-2016), alongside significant contributions to editorial boards and advisory committees globally.
- Education: PhD in Zoology (University of Sheffield, 1993-1990), B.A. (Hons) Natural Sciences (Cambridge University, 1986-1989)
Research focuses on Animal Behaviour, Behavioural Ecology, Ornithology, Evolutionary Biology, and Conservation Ecology, integrating field studies with theoretical approaches to understand ecological and evolutionary processes. His work has influenced conservation strategies and behavioral theory, supported by grants like the ERC Advanced Grant.
Scientific Awards:
- Fellow of the Royal Society (2022)
- Linnean Medal (2020)
- Wolfson Merit Award (2013)
- ERC Advanced Grant (2009)
- Scientific Medal of the Zoological Society of London (2005)
- Outstanding New Researcher Award (1998)
He has examined 47 PhD students across 21 universities in 10 countries and served on numerous advisory boards, including the European Society for Evolutionary Biology and the Max Planck Institute. His editorial roles include Executive Editor of the Journal of Animal Ecology and Series Editor for the Oxford Series in Ecology & Evolution.
