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Richard James is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of Bath, with affiliations in the Centre for Networks and Collective Behaviour, Centre for Mathematical Biology, EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa), and the Institute for Mathematical Innovation (IMI). He actively collaborates with researchers across institutions including St. Andrews, Exeter, and the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, focusing on interdisciplinary data-driven modeling in biological systems.
Research Interests: Richard James develops mathematical and statistical methods to analyze and model empirical biological data. His work spans animal social networks, cooperation in non-kin groups (particularly in guppies), population dynamics, and infection pattern modeling from genomic data. He applies network science and collective behavior theory to understand complex biological interactions.
Recent Research Trends: Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on the evolution of cooperation in animal societies, especially in fish and insects, using statistical and dynamical models. His work integrates field data with theoretical modeling, often in collaboration with experimental biologists. Key themes include social heuristics, density-dependent population spread, and multi-level social organization.
Scientific Recognition: While no specific awards are listed, his work has been cited extensively and has attracted attention across academic platforms and social media, including mentions in news and discussion on X (formerly Twitter) and Bluesky.
Supervision and Collaboration: He is accepting doctoral students and has supervised at least 10 research projects. His collaborative network spans the UK and internationally, particularly in ecological and evolutionary biology. He contributes to major interdisciplinary training programs like SAMBa, emphasizing statistical and applied mathematics in real-world contexts.
Research Centers: He is embedded in several key research units at Bath: the Centre for Networks and Collective Behaviour, Centre for Mathematical Biology, and the Institute for Mathematical Innovation, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach bridging physics, mathematics, and biology.
