Michael Scantlebury

Dr. Michael Scantlebury is a Reader at Queen's University Belfast within the School of Biological Sciences and the Institute for Global Food Security. He has supervised PhD students since 1997 and focuses on wildlife ecology, disease transmission, and conservation biology. His research explores topics such as badger ecology, bovine tuberculosis, and the impacts of climate change on wildlife populations.

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His research interests include animal behavior, habitat use, and epidemiology in wildlife. Notable projects include investigating squirrelpox virus in Northern Ireland and collaborations on bovine tuberculosis management. He has been awarded the Royal Society International Joint Project (2010) and a Royal Society Research grant (2009).

Recent articles highlight his work on badger-cattle interactions, ecotoxicology of Saiga antelopes, and climate change effects on parasite transmission. Media engagements include features in National Geographic and BBC documentaries.

He has served as a PhD external examiner and delivered invited talks on topics like cheetah energetics and squirrelpox virus research. Collaborations span international institutions, addressing global conservation challenges.