David Burslem

Professor David Burslem is an academic and director of the Interdisciplinary Institute for Environment & Biodiversity at the University of Aberdeen. His research focuses on tropical forest ecology, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem dynamics. He holds a position in the Senior Vice Principals department.

His work emphasizes understanding tropical forest responses to disturbance, carbon dynamics, and the impacts of invasive species. Key themes include post-logging recovery, mycorrhizal interactions, and the resilience of ecosystems to environmental changes. He has published extensively on topics such as forest carbon sources, liana ecology, and restoration strategies in tropical regions.

Recent studies include investigations into the resilience of invertebrate-mediated processes in Borneo and the genetic erosion of tropical tree species. He collaborates globally on projects spanning Southeast Asia, South America, and the Andes. His research integrates fieldwork, remote sensing, and computational models to address complex ecological questions.