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Professor Paul Lepper is a faculty member in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Loughborough University, specializing in underwater acoustics and bioacoustics. His research focuses on mitigating anthropogenic noise impacts on marine fauna, including studies on offshore windfarm construction, marine species hearing, and acoustic deterrent systems. He holds a PhD and BSc and has extensive experience in underwater technology development, such as parametric sonar systems and IoT-based environmental monitoring networks.
Education: Paul Lepper earned his PhD and BSc, though specific institutions are not detailed. His career includes roles as a Senior Research Fellow and postdoctoral researcher at institutions like the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
Research Interests: His work spans underwater noise assessment, marine mammal behavior, renewable energy noise mitigation, and acoustic monitoring technologies. He collaborates on global projects addressing UXO disposal, tidal energy impacts, and flood detection systems. Key areas include noise source characterization, sound field modeling, and marine species exposure analysis.
Publications: Recent work highlights advancements in UXO disposal methods, noise mitigation strategies, and UAV applications for environmental monitoring. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address global challenges in marine conservation and renewable energy integration.
Labs/Teams: He contributes to the Signal Processing & Networks Research Group and collaborates internationally on projects like the Billia Croo Wave Energy Test Site and acoustic impact assessments for offshore wind farms.
