Gonçalo Jesus

Gonçalo Jesus is an Assistant Professor at the School of Psychology and Life Sciences, Universidade Lusófona, where he teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in life sciences and psychology. His academic work bridges biological anthropology, primatology, and conservation science, with a strong focus on human-modified ecosystems.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Anthropology
• Licenciatura in Biology
• Additional training in Epidemiology

His research centers on understanding wildlife adaptation in anthropogenically altered environments, particularly studying non-human primates such as introduced guenons in São Tomé and Príncipe and feral cats in Portugal. He integrates interdisciplinary data to explore human-wildlife interactions, conservation challenges, and primate behavioral flexibility. A key interest is the evolution of primate sexual behavior and its implications for human evolution. His work combines field ecology, behavioral observation, and sociozoological perspectives.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend in island primatology, conservation of fragmented habitats, and human perceptions of wildlife. Topics include leopard ecology in Nigeria, chimpanzee foraging and social behavior, and the ecological roles of introduced monkeys. His research spans tropical zoology, behavioral ecology, and ethnoprimatology, emphasizing long-term field studies and community engagement.

Scientific Involvement:

• Active participant in international primatology conferences (American Society of Primatologists, Iberian Primatological Conference)
• Engaged in science-art collaborations, integrating contemporary art with scientific research
• Member of research networks focused on African primates and island biodiversity

Dr. Jesus supervises academic projects and mentors students in life sciences and psychology, though specific advisees are not listed. He is involved in field research grants and biodiversity monitoring initiatives, particularly in West Africa and insular Portugal. His lab or research group appears to focus on interdisciplinary wildlife studies, combining ecological data with anthropological insights. Future work is expected to expand on sociozoological frameworks and conservation strategies for introduced species.