Halley John Maxwell

Halley John Maxwell is a Professor in the Department of Ecology at the University of Ioannina, Greece. His research focuses on biodiversity dynamics, extinction ecology, climate change impacts, and the role of cultural practices in conservation. He leads the Ecology Laboratory and has pioneered studies on sacred forests in Epirus, demonstrating their critical role in biodiversity preservation. His work integrates ecological theory with applied conservation strategies, addressing threats to vultures, orchids, and other threatened species. Teaching includes courses like Environmental Data Analysis (in English) and General Ecology.

Research interests span climate-driven species shifts, conservation genetics, and socio-ecological resilience. Notable projects include modeling extinction risks from habitat fragmentation and wind energy development, analyzing fungal diversity in sacred groves, and evaluating the ecological impacts of SARS-CoV-2. His interdisciplinary approach bridges natural and social sciences, emphasizing community-based conservation and policy-relevant science.

Publications highlight innovative methods in conservation biology, such as forecasting extinction debt and optimizing protected area networks. Though no awards are explicitly listed, his prolific output and leadership in high-impact research areas suggest significant professional recognition. Advising and grants are inferred through student supervision in orchid conservation and vulture population modeling. The Ecology Laboratory serves as a hub for collaborative projects on Mediterranean ecosystems and global biodiversity challenges.