Benedikt Gehr

Benedikt Gehr is an empirical biologist currently serving as a Research Associate at the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies, University of Zurich, and as a Postdoctoral Researcher & Visiting Scientist at CNRS France. His work bridges spatial ecology, predator-prey theory, and behavioral dynamics.

• Education: PhD (2011-2016), M.Sc. (2007-2009), University of Zurich
• Positions: Research Associate (2020–present), Postdoctoral Researcher (2016–2018), University of Zurich; Postdoctoral Researcher (2017–present), CNRS France

His research focuses on how environmental constraints and individual traits shape animal space use, particularly in ungulates. Key themes include resource acquisition vs. risk avoidance trade-offs, home range behavior, and animal cognition. Recent work explores how familiarity with space reduces predation risk.

The 15 most recent articles reflect expertise in movement ecology, habitat selection, and anthropogenic impacts. Themes span spatio-temporal plasticity, predator risk landscapes, and technological advancements in tracking.

At CNRS France, he collaborates with the MAD (Movement, Abundance, Distribution) research group, supervising doctoral students and contributing to interdisciplinary projects like the EURODEER collaborative initiative.

His work involves field studies, GPS telemetry, and modeling to address ecological questions in human-dominated landscapes. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the sources.