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Dr. Wendy Harris is an Associate Professor in Biosciences at Swansea University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering. She specializes in ecology and entomology, focusing on insect roles in ecosystem functioning and public outreach. As Head of Zoology, she coordinates field courses and contributes to conservation and tropical ecology programs. Her research emphasizes applied ecology, plant-insect interactions, and citizen science.
- Roles: Associate Professor, Head of Zoology, Postgraduate Supervisor, Athena SWAN Committee Member
- Teaching: Leads field courses in Zoology, Professional Skills in Conservation, and Tropical Ecology (Borneo).
Research Interests: Insect ecology, ecological monitoring, and conservation strategies. She collaborates on projects like woodland restoration in Wales and plant-ant interactions. Her work bridges academia and public engagement through initiatives like the Swansea Science Festival and school outreach programs.
Grants & Projects:
- UKRI Public Engagement grant with Oriel Science (2021)
- Welsh Government grant on fungal-plant interactions in coastal dunes (2014)
Outreach: Organizes events like 'Insect Roadshow' and 'CSI: Crime Scene Insects' to educate the public on insect biodiversity and forensic applications. Active in school partnerships and science communication placements.
