Eli Knispel Rueness

Eli Knispel Rueness is a Researcher at the University of Oslo's Institute of Biosciences (IBV), specializing in conservation genetics, biodiversity, and biogeography. His work focuses on assessing conservation risks posed by trade (e.g., CITES-listed species) and invasive species, with significant contributions to wildlife policy and population genetics.

Key areas of research include sturgeon conservation, domestic cat biodiversity impacts, and climate change effects on boreal ecosystems. He collaborates extensively on multidisciplinary projects addressing wildlife welfare, invasive species mitigation, and genomic tools for conservation.

Publications emphasize evidence-based policy recommendations for managing threatened species, invasive organisms, and emerging threats like genome-edited organisms. His work integrates field studies, genetic analyses, and risk modeling to inform international conservation strategies.