Judith Lock

Judith Lock is a Principal Teaching Fellow at the University of Southampton, engaged in advancing biology education and ecological research. Her work focuses on enhancing teaching methodologies, particularly through innovative fieldwork practices and the integration of technology in learning. She has contributed to curricula redesign, urban sustainability education, and studies on transgenerational effects in beetles. Currently supervising PhD students in socio-biological contexts, she bridges educational innovation with ecological inquiry. Dr. Lock collaborates on projects like 'Engaging the UK public with environmental science' and MRes Wildlife Conservation initiatives.

Her research interests span behavioral ecology, conservation biology, and pedagogical strategies in higher education. Publications highlight her dual focus on practical teaching tools and evolutionary mechanisms. She maintains an active role in developing student agency through assessment feedback frameworks and outdoor learning environments.