جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jordan Ryderمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Entomology
• Pollination
• Agri-Conservation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jordan Ryder is a Lecturer in Zoology at the University of Chester, affiliated with the Faculty of Science, Business and Enterprise. He holds a PhD in Entomology from Harper Adams University and an MSc in Integrated Pest Management, alongside a BSc in Zoology from the University of Hull. Education: PhD in Entomology (Harper Adams University, 2014–2019) MSc in Integrated Pest Management (Harper Adams University, 2013–2014) BSc (Hons) in Zoology (University of Hull, 2009–2012) His research focuses on sustainable agriculture, pollinator conservation, and integrated pest management. Key interests include agri-conservation, pollination services enhancement, and invertebrate behavior. His work emphasizes off-crop habitats and floral diversity to boost pollinator populations. Recent research trends highlight the nutritional impacts of pollen on bee colonies and the practical applications of managed pollinators in commercial orchards. Jordan actively supervises student projects and collaborates on industry-driven ecological initiatives. He is part of the Sustainability and Environment Research and Knowledge Exchange Institute and available for supervision of Masters/PhD students, collaborative projects, and industry partnerships.

• Consumer Behaviour
• Marketing
• Sustainability
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Guljira Manimont is a Senior Lecturer in Business and Management (Marketing, Strategy and Innovation) at Bournemouth University. Her expertise spans consumer behavior, sustainability, tourism marketing, and visual influence on consumer perceptions. She holds a PhD in Marketing from Queensland University of Technology (2021), an MSc in International Marketing from the University of Strathclyde (2013), and a Bachelor of Business in Hospitality Management from James Cook University (2011). Her research focuses on the intersection of food aesthetics, sustainable consumption, and destination branding. Notable contributions include studies on food photography’s impact on culinary destinations, imperfect food acceptance, and sustainable design. She was awarded the ACORN Fund (2022) for her project exploring food photos’ influence on destination attractiveness in Dorset and Hampshire, UK. Guljira collaborates internationally with universities in Thailand, Slovakia, and Australia, supported by grants from the British Academy/Leverhulme and KMITL. Her work addresses UN SDGs related to sustainable cities (Goal 11) and responsible consumption (Goal 12). Teaching spans postgraduate and undergraduate programs, including Integrated Marketing Communications, Sustainability and Social Marketing, and Global Business Environment. She actively mentors PhD students in areas like social media adoption, destination brand performance, and sustainable food consumption.

Barta Zoltánمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioural Ecology
• Parental Care
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zoltán Barta is a Professor of Biology at the University of Debrecen , serving as Head of the Department of Evolutionary Zoology and Director of the Institute of Biology and Ecology. He is a member of Academia Europaea and actively leads the Evolutionary Biology and Biodiversity Doctoral Programme at the Juhász-Nagy Pál Doctoral School. His work integrates theoretical and empirical approaches to address questions in behavioural ecology , evolutionary biology , and life history theory . Research Focus : Combines social foraging , parental care dynamics , and gene expression regulation in model systems like the Lethrus apterus beetle. Awards : Medal of the Debrecen Chapter of the Hungarian Academy of Science (2014) Bolyai Research Fellowships (2001, 1998) Marie Curie and NATO Fellowships (2001, 1996) Öveges Scholarship (2006) Leadership : Organized national/international workshops; supervised numerous PhD and Master’s students. Current chair of the Ecology and Evolution panel at Hungary's National Office for Research, Development, and Innovation.

Sue Bertramمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sexual Selection
• Evolutionary Biology
• Animal Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sue Bertram is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. She holds degrees from Trent University (B.Sc., M.Sc.) and Arizona State University (Ph.D.). Her research focuses on evolutionary biology, particularly the maintenance of genetic variation in sexually selected traits using field crickets as a model organism. Key themes include sexual selection mechanisms, ecological interactions, and behavioral adaptations. Her work integrates laboratory and field studies to address theoretical inconsistencies in sexual selection theory. The Bertram Lab explores topics such as nutrient-driven behavior, signal efficacy, and cognitive performance in insects. Recent projects include analyzing cricket acoustics via machine learning and investigating dietary impacts on morphology and signaling. Dr. Bertram is actively involved in online education innovation, co-authoring guides for pandemic-era teaching. She maintains an active lab website and is accessible via Twitter @sue_bertram. Her research is supported through collaborations with institutions like the Department of Biology and the Carleton University Greenhouses. Publications span journals such as Animal Behaviour , Behavioural Processes , and Advances in the Study of Behavior . She contributes to interdisciplinary discussions at the intersection of nutrition and behavior. Office: CTTC 4631; Lab: CTTC 4440G.

William Bendenaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological sciences
• Genetics
• Molecular evolution
• +۸ مورد دیگر

William Bendena is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Queen's University, cross-appointed to the Centre for Neuroscience Studies. He holds a BScH in Biology from the University of Toronto (1976), a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Western Ontario (1983), and completed postdoctoral training in Molecular Genetics at MIT (1987). His research focuses on molecular genetics and neurobiology, using the C. elegans model to study neuropeptide and neurotransmitter signaling in nervous system functions. Key areas include locomotion, sensory perception, and metabolism, with implications for human diseases like epilepsy and obesity. He also investigates juvenile hormone regulation, microRNA roles in development, and comparative genomics across arthropods. Bendena teaches advanced courses such as BIOL 441 (Epigenetics), BIOL 205 (Mendelian and Molecular Genetics), and BIOL 501 (Current topics in Molecular Biology). He runs the Bendena Lab, affiliated with the Centre for Neuroscience, and collaborates widely on projects involving transcriptomics and evolutionary genetics. His research spans animal behavior, gene regulation, and synthetic biology, with recent publications on horseshoe crab genomics, scorpion venom analysis, and microRNA clusters in Drosophila. His work integrates molecular, genetic, and computational approaches to address fundamental biological questions.

Becky Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Conservation Biology
• Urban Ecology
• Human-Wildlife Conflict
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Becky Thomas is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway, University of London, and a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Reading since August 2016. She holds roles as School Director of Student Experience, Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and Module Coordinator for Ecology and Conservation (BS1051) and Biology in a Changing World (BS1041). Her research focuses on conservation biology and ecology of birds and mammals, particularly the unintended ecological consequences of human activities in urban and natural environments. Research interests include Urban Ecology (e.g., effects of bird feeding on non-target species and domestic cats as urban predators) and Human-Wildlife Conflict (e.g., leopard-livestock interactions in South Africa). Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life on land and sustainable cities. Recent publications explore habitat disturbance from unleashed dogs, plant-pathogen interactions, and urbanization impacts on oak herbivory. She has received teaching awards in 2014 and 2015 for excellence in education. Current projects include: 'Playful pedagogy: Imaginative storytelling for ecology education', 'Paws on paths: Dog walking impacts', and 'Biodiversity on solar farms'. She collaborates internationally on ecological networks and conservation strategies.

Clara Montgomeryمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Urban Ecology
• Insect Conservation
• Parasitology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Clara Montgomery is a Lecturer in the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), joining in January 2024. Previously, she held a Lecturer position at Harper Adams University and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Bristol, where she also earned her MSci and PhD. Her research focuses on urban insect conservation, specifically the use of solitary bee hotels, and public engagement in urban ecology. Pedagogically, she explores barriers to education for commuting students and innovative teaching methods like games and humor. Education: MSci, PhD, and postdoctoral work at the University of Bristol. Teaching includes courses on Ecology and Evolution, Practical Biology, Immunology, and Reproductive Biology. Research publications span pollinator electrostatic interactions, pandemic behavior studies, and parasitology in wildlife. Her work bridges ecology, pedagogy, and applied conservation. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, from electrostatic plant-pollinator dynamics to university contact tracing during the pandemic. Collaborations include epidemiologists and biophysicists, reflecting her diverse research interests.

Stefan Lüpoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sexual selection
• Reproductive physiology
• Gamete evolution
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stefan Lüpold is a Professor at the University of Zurich's Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies. His research focuses on sexual selection, reproductive physiology, and gamete evolution, with a strong emphasis on understanding trade-offs in reproductive strategies and behavioral ecology. He holds the SNSF Professorship since 2018 and has previously held roles such as Group Leader (SNSF Ambizione) and Independent Research Fellow at institutions including the University of Manchester and Syracuse University. His work integrates experimental and theoretical approaches, often using Drosophila as a model system. Education: PhD in Zoology from the University of Sheffield (2005–2009), MSc in Biology from the University of Zurich (2002–2003). Postdoctoral training included positions at the University of Sheffield and Syracuse University. Research interests span evolutionary trade-offs between sexual traits and ejaculate investment, mechanisms of sperm competition, and the role of environmental factors in shaping reproductive strategies. His studies often employ phylogenetic analyses and meta-analyses to explore broader evolutionary patterns. Recent publications highlight his work on socio-ecological influences on territorial behavior in Drosophila, primate ornamentation evolution, and the interplay between male quality and female choice in mating systems. He has also explored the impacts of environmental stressors like pesticides and cigarette smoke on insect physiology and behavior. As an Associate Editor for BMC Evolutionary Biology, he contributes to academic publishing. His research group focuses on experimental evolution, behavioral ecology, and molecular approaches to study reproductive biology. Collaborative projects include studies on cognition and camouflage evolution, as well as the genomic basis of COPD modeling in Drosophila.

Jenna V. Congdonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Comparative Cognition
• Animal Behaviour
• Visual & Auditory Perception
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jenna V. Congdon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) since August 2022. She holds a BSc (honours, cum laude) from Algoma University, followed by an MSc and PhD from the University of Alberta under Dr. Christopher B. Sturdy. Her postdoctoral work at York University and the Toronto Zoo involved developing AI systems to monitor animal behavior and improve welfare. Her research focuses on comparative cognition, studying perceptual abilities and decision-making across species. Key areas include avian communication (e.g., black-capped chickadees), desert ant navigation, and AI applications in zoology. She collaborates with the Edmonton Valley Zoo and international institutes like the Toronto Zoo. Dr. Congdon has supervised 23 undergraduate students and actively participates in academic committees such as the International Conference on Comparative Cognition (CO3 2024-2026). Her research has been featured in media outlets like Phys.org , ScienceDaily , and podcasts such as Wild Enrichment . She is a member of the Comparative Cognition Society and holds awards including NSERC scholarships and Mitacs fellowships.

Tanya Shootمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Animal Behaviour
• Plant Behaviour
• Comparative Cognition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tanya Shoot is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Concordia University of Edmonton. She specializes in behavioral ecology, evolution, and cognition across animals and plants. Her work examines decision-making mechanisms, individual differences (personality), and environmental influences on behavior. Shoot completed her PhD in Behavioral Cognitive Neuroscience at Wilfrid Laurier University, with postdoctoral research at the University of Alberta focusing on plant information processing. Education: BSc Honours (Neuroscience), University of Western Ontario MSc (Psychology), University of Western Ontario PhD (Behavioral Cognitive Neuroscience), Wilfrid Laurier University Research Interests: Shoot investigates how personality, experience, and environment shape decision-making in diverse taxa, including zebra finches, fruit flies, zebrafish, and plants. Her theoretical and empirical work bridges animal and plant behavior, exploring mechanisms like collective digging in fruit flies and embodied cognition in plants. Current projects aim to compare behavioral strategies across kingdoms. Grants & Collaborations: Shoot’s research utilizes interdisciplinary methods, combining computational modeling and field/experimental observations. She collaborates with institutions like the University of Alberta and Wilfrid Laurier University. She is open to student collaborations on plant-animal behavior comparisons or personality-driven group dynamics. Labs & Affiliations: Shoot’s work aligns with CUE’s focus on applied research and innovation. She participates in conferences such as the Conference on Comparative Cognition and Animal Behavior Society meetings.

• Neurogenetics
• Sexual Behavior
• Drosophila Genetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen F. Goodwin is Professor of Neurogenetics at the University of Oxford, where he has been since 2009. He serves as Co-director of Graduate Studies and is a Wellcome Trust Senior Investigator. He is affiliated with the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) within the Medical Sciences Division, and is a Tutorial Fellow in Genetics at Magdalen College. Goodwin leads the Goodwin Group, which is part of the Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour alongside the research groups of Gero Miesenböck and Scott Waddell. Goodwin's research primarily focuses on the genetic, developmental, and neural mechanisms underlying sex-specific behaviors using Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly) as a model organism. His work investigates how neural circuitry underlying sexual behavior is built during development and functions in adults, with particular emphasis on the male courtship ritual. His research spans neurogenetics, sexual dimorphism, neural circuitry, and behavioral genetics, leveraging the fruit fly's advantages of advanced molecular genetics approaches along with well-defined anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Analysis of Goodwin's recent publications reveals a strong focus on neural development, sexual behavior, and the genetic basis of sexually dimorphic neural circuits. His work increasingly incorporates advanced genomic techniques including single-cell transcriptomics and brain mapping. A consistent theme is understanding how shared developmental programs produce sexually dimorphic behaviors, with recent work exploring exaptation in neural development and the role of histone modifications in neural stem cells. Wellcome Trust Senior Investigator As Co-director of Graduate Studies, Goodwin plays a significant role in mentoring and training the next generation of neuroscientists. His research is supported by prestigious funding including the Wellcome Trust. The Goodwin Group maintains active collaborations within the Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour and across the international Drosophila research community. The Goodwin Group operates within the Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour at the University of Oxford, utilizing advanced genetic, genomic, and neurobiological techniques to study the neural basis of sexual behavior in Drosophila . The group's work bridges molecular genetics, developmental neuroscience, and behavioral analysis to understand how innate behaviors are specified at the neural circuit level.

Ramakrishnan Vasudevaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Sperm Biology
• Thermal Adaptation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Ramakrishnan Vasudeva is a Commonwealth Rutherford Fellow at the School of Biological Sciences, University of East Anglia. He is actively engaged in research on evolutionary biology, focusing on thermal adaptation, sperm biology, and environmental stress effects on reproduction. He contributes to the scientific community through publications, datasets, and collaborations. PhD in Evolutionary Biology, University of Lincoln (2010) MSc in Nanotechnology, Sheffield Hallam University (2006) BSc in Genetic Engineering and Cloning Strategies in Mice, Garden City College, India (2004) His research interests lie at the intersection of evolutionary ecology and reproductive physiology. He investigates how environmental stressors like heatwaves affect sperm form and function, phenotypic plasticity, and transgenerational responses in model insects such as Tribolium castaneum . His work combines experimental evolution, microscopy, and morphometric analysis to understand adaptation mechanisms. He is particularly interested in thermal biology, mating behaviour, and inbreeding depression. The recent articles highlight a consistent trend in studying the impact of rising temperatures on animal fertility. His research employs systematic reviews and experimental models to assess high-temperature limits to reproduction, with a focus on male reproductive performance under heat stress. These studies contribute to understanding biodiversity responses to climate change. Advancing our understanding of fundamental and applied responses by biodiversity to heatwave conditions using insect models (2018) Taylor & Francis Commonwealth Scholar Best Journal Article Prize (2020) Dr. Vasudeva has contributed to major collaborative research projects and supervised or co-supervised research outputs. He has secured competitive fellowships and contributed datasets to public repositories, supporting open science. His work involves interdisciplinary grants related to climate change, evolution, and reproductive biology. He is a member of the Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour and the European Society for the Study of Evolution. He is involved in maintaining experimentally evolved lines of Tribolium and utilizes advanced techniques including image analysis, micro-dissections, and molecular methods. His research group engages in collaborative networks across Europe and internationally, focusing on evolutionary responses to environmental stress.

Natalie Hempel de Ibarraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Animal vision
• Learning and memory
• Insect behaviour and active sensing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Natalie Hempel de Ibarra is an Associate Professor in Neuroethology at the University of Exeter's Psychology Department . She co-directs postgraduate research training and leads the Exeter Bee Lab, which investigates insect cognition, sensory processing, and pollinator-plant interactions . Her work combines behavioral experiments , physiological studies , and spectral data analysis to understand how Apis mellifera and Bombus terrestris navigate complex environments. Academic Leadership: Co-Director of Postgraduate Research for Psychology Research Focus: Sensory ecology, insect navigation, cognitive stressors Collaborations: H. Somanathan (IISER Thiruvananthapuram, India) Research Themes Insect Vision: Modeling photometric data to understand flower perception under natural illuminations Cognitive Stressors: Studying pesticide/pathogen effects on foraging and navigation Active Sensing: Analyzing learning flights and sensory acquisition strategies Media Impact Featured in BBC News , The New York Times , and SciShow for discoveries about floral humidity detection and temperature cues Collaborative work on magpie behavior highlighted in The Guardian and The Washington Post She has held visiting appointments at Sokendai (Japan) and Freie Universität Berlin. Funding sources include BBSRC , Leverhulme Trust , and Royal Society .

Thomas Hesselbergمشاهده پروفایل

مربی

• Animal Behaviour
• Arachnology
• Behavioural Ecology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr Thomas Hesselberg is a Tutor at the Department of Biology and Department for Continuing Education at the University of Oxford . His roles include teaching behaviour and statistics to undergraduate biology students, supervising MBIOL research projects , and leading postgraduate programs as Joint Head of Programmes (STEM and Joint Programmes) and Co-Director of the Postgraduate Certificate in Ecological Survey Techniques . Education : Biological Sciences (BSc), Aarhus Universitet Biomimetics (PhD), University of Bath Professional Roles : Research Associate, Department of Biology, University of Oxford (2011–present) Senior Research Fellow and Tutor, MSc in Island Biodiversity and Conservation, Jersey International Centre of Advanced Studies External Examiner, MSc in Wildlife Conservation and Management, Scotland's Rural University College Associate Editor, Ecological Entomology Research Interests : Dr Hesselberg investigates how behaviour in invertebrates (particularly orb spiders and their webs) is shaped by physiological and environmental factors. His work explores behavioural plasticity in species with limited brain capacity, focusing on adaptations to ecological constraints like silk material properties and cave environments. His research bridges basic biological understanding and biomimetic applications for robotics. Professional Memberships : Dr Hesselberg is affiliated with the American Arachnological Society , British Arachnological Society , British Ecological Society , International Society of Bionic Engineering , International Society for Subterranean Biology , Royal Society of Biology , and Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour . Scientific Awards & Recognition : Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2014–present) Expert Evaluator for EU Erasmus+ Strategic Partnerships projects Grant reviewer for the British Ecological Society Teaching & Leadership : He teaches data analysis for ecologists and contributes to ecological survey techniques. His leadership roles include Joint Head of Programmes and Co-Director for postgraduate courses.

Lars Lewejohannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Biology
• Animal Welfare
• Refinement in Laboratory Animals
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lars Lewejohann is a Professor at the Institute for Animal Welfare, Animal Behavior and Laboratory Animal Science , Department of Veterinary Medicine, Freie Universität Berlin. He also serves as head of the "Tierschutz und Versuchstierkunde" research group at the Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR). His career spans key roles at Universität Osnabrück and Georg-August-Universität Göttingen. Education : Biology (WWU Münster, 1992-1999); Doctorate in Natural Sciences (University of Münster, 2004) Research focuses on: Gene-environment interactions in serotonin transporter knockout mice Environmental enrichment effects on Alzheimer's disease models Refinement in laboratory animal science Behavioral phenotyping in semi-naturalistic settings Article analysis reveals strong emphasis on animal welfare science , neurobehavioral adaptation , and experimental refinement , with key subfields including: Stress response mechanisms 5-HTT gene function Cognitive bias testing Neuroplasticity Home-cage monitoring Alzheimer's disease models His work has been supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG SFB/TRR58) and frequently appears in journals like Behavioural Brain Research , Neurobiology of Aging , and Molecular and Cellular Biology . Collaborations with leading institutions across Germany and Europe underpin his research impact.