جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Conservation ecology
• Population ecology
• Landscape ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Fletcher is a Researcher at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Department of Zoology and the C-CLEAR Doctoral Training Partnership . His work focuses on applied ecology and conservation science, utilizing landscape and population ecology to address biodiversity challenges globally. Research Areas : Conservation biology, population ecology, landscape ecology, environmental informatics Collaborations : Partners in North America, Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia Key Themes : Species extinction prevention, landscape conservation prioritization, and rapid biodiversity data delivery Email : rf497@cam.ac.uk Fletcher's interdisciplinary approach integrates fieldwork (e.g., Everglades endangered species, African elephants) with advanced modeling of habitat loss, fragmentation, invasive species, and climate change impacts. His recent work emphasizes: Drivers of species decline and recovery strategies Landscape management and restoration techniques Interdisciplinary collaborations with engineers, social scientists, and computer scientists His publications span topics like savanna ecosystem dynamics, community science applications, and conservation forecasting, reflecting a commitment to actionable science for global biodiversity preservation.

James Watsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Biology
• Biodiversity Policy
• Climate Change Impact Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor James Watson is a leading conservation scientist and biogeographer at The University of Queensland , affiliated with the Centre for Marine Science and Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science. As a Professor of Conservation Science, he specializes in biodiversity policy, climate change impacts, and species recovery strategies. PhD from University of Oxford (Rhodes Scholar) Co-leader of Green Fire Science and RARES research groups Over 400 peer-reviewed publications His research focuses on ecosystem integrity , protected area effectiveness , and conservation economics , with recent work addressing mining impacts on biodiversity, climate change adaptation, and the global 30x30 initiative. He advocates for evidence-based strategies to save Australia’s rarest species. 2025-2024 research trends show expertise in tropical forest regeneration, climate-species interactions, and policy implementation gaps. Collaborative projects span scientific modeling , GIS analysis , and international conservation frameworks . International Panel on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) Task Force member Research Fellow, United Nations Environment Program Senior Technical Expert, UNDP’s Nature for Development Program Founding Chair, IUCN Climate Change Specialist Group Supervision includes 12 current PhD candidates working on topics such as night parrot conservation , ecological corridors , and urban biodiversity . Completed students have addressed threatened species recovery and climate adaptation planning . He leads lab teams at Green Fire Science (www.greenfirescience.com) and RARES (https://raresgroup.com.au), focusing on applied conservation solutions.

Greger Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Genomics
• Ancient DNA
• Domestication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Greger Larson is a leading scholar in evolutionary genomics and bioarchaeology at the University of Oxford, serving as Director of the Palaeogenomics & Bio-Archaeology Research Network. Based at Brasenose College, he specializes in ancient DNA studies, domestication processes, and human-animal dispersal patterns. His work bridges archaeology, genetics, and computational biology to address long-standing evolutionary questions. University of Oxford: Current affiliation Palaeo-BARN: Director Research focus: Domestication, ancient DNA, phylogenetics Larson's research integrates ancient DNA with morphological data to reconstruct evolutionary trajectories. His projects span mammals like dogs, cats, and pigs, exploring how domestication shaped modern biodiversity. Recent work examines viral virulence through archaeological samples and interdisciplinary analyses of historical human-animal interactions. His publications highlight trends in domestication genetics, including dual dispersal patterns in dogs and genetic shifts in post-introduction populations. Collaborative efforts like the FarmGtex project emphasize functional genomics across livestock tissues. Supervision includes DPhil students studying epidemiological transitions, Basque uniqueness, and bioarchaeological methods. Current grants from AHRC and ERC support his work on human-chicken interactions and ancient DNA synthesis.

Damaris Zurellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Damaris Zurell is a Full Professor of Ecology/Macroecology at the University of Potsdam, leading an interdisciplinary research group focused on biodiversity responses to global change. She holds a PhD in Geoecology (2011) and MSc in Geoecology (2007), both from the University of Potsdam. Her career includes roles as a junior research group leader (2018–2023), postdoctoral researcher (2011–2018), and awards such as the 2024 Henriette-Herz Scout and 2008 Junior Scientist Award. Research Interests: Bridging theoretical ecology, conservation science, and predictive modeling, Prof. Zurell explores how biodiversity adapts to climate change, focusing on terrestrial ecosystems (birds, mammals, plants). Her work emphasizes spatial eco-evolutionary dynamics, species distribution modeling (SDMs), and invasive species management. Collaborative initiatives include ISIMIP (Terrestrial Biodiversity Sector Lead) and GEOBON’s biodiversity modeling working group. Publications & Trends: Recent work highlights SDM methodological advances, climate-driven range shifts, and niche dynamics in birds and plants. She prioritizes open science, co-developing tools like RangeShifter 2.0 and the ENM2020 course. Key Projects: DEBTs (detecting biodiversity drivers), NichePac (alien plant spread in the Pacific), BirdWatch (Copernicus-based habitat monitoring). Grants: DFG, HORIZON, and Swiss National Science Foundation-funded projects totaling over €10M. Labs & Teams: Her lab at the University of Potsdam collaborates globally, hosting postdocs, PhD students, and international fellows. Current openings include Humboldt Postdoc/Sabbatical positions focused on global change ecology.

• Conservation Biology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Mammal Extinction Risk
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carlo Rondinini is a Full Professor of Zoology at Sapienza University of Rome and serves as Coordinator of the Global Mammal Assessment for IUCN. He has held visiting roles at the University of Southampton and the State University of New York. His research focuses on mammal extinction risk, spatial conservation prioritization, and biodiversity change scenarios. He leads global assessments for IPBES and CBD, and edits Conservation Biology . Awards include ISI Highly Cited Researcher (2018). Professional roles include Scientific Advisor at Rome Zoo and membership in national committees for research evaluation and academic appointments. Positions: Full Professor (Sapienza), European Regional Editor (Conservation Biology), IPBES Lead Author Key Projects: Global Mammal Red List, Biodiversity Scenario Modeling Research emphasizes integrating ecological data with policy through habitat mapping, climate change impacts, and conservation prioritization frameworks. His work bridges academic research with global conservation policy development. Awards: ISI Highly Cited Researcher (Clarivate Analytics) Committees: Board of Italian Society for Conservation Biology, Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei

Jarno Vanhataloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistics
• Probability
• Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Jarno Vanhatalo is a Professor of Statistics at the University of Helsinki, serving as vice director of the Research Center for Ecological Change. He is affiliated with both the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and the Faculty of Science, where he leads the Environmental and Ecological Statistics Group. His work bridges advanced statistical methodology with pressing ecological and environmental challenges. His research focuses on the development and application of statistical models for ecological and environmental data. Key areas include: Bayesian statistics and hierarchical modeling Gaussian processes and spatial statistics Species distribution modeling Ecological risk assessment Climate change impact analysis Biodiversity monitoring and conservation Professor Vanhatalo's publication record shows a consistent focus on integrating sophisticated statistical methods with ecological applications. His recent work demonstrates increasing emphasis on climate change impacts on biodiversity, spatially explicit modeling of ecological processes, and the development of Bayesian methods for uncertainty quantification in environmental predictions. His research spans terrestrial and marine ecosystems, with particular attention to Nordic and Baltic regions. Among his notable contributions are advancements in: Joint species distribution modeling Bayesian calibration of environmental models Spatiotemporal survey design Model-based variance partitioning in ecological studies Statistical approaches to Arctic risk management Professor Vanhatalo has received significant research funding, including an ERC grant for "Predective Understanding of the effects" (2024-2029) and leadership roles in multiple Academy of Finland and EU-funded projects focused on biodiversity, ecological change, and risk management in polar waters. He actively contributes to the academic community through: Supervising doctoral students in Wildlife Biology and Mathematics and Statistics programs Serving on editorial boards for journals including Conservation Biology and Ecology Letters Peer reviewing for numerous statistical and ecological journals Organizing workshops on statistical methods in ecology

Diana Fisherمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Conservation Ecology
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Life History Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Diana Fisher is an academic at The University of Queensland's School of the Environment and Academic Director at Hidden Vale Research Station. She is a leading expert in conservation ecology, evolutionary biology, and life history evolution of marsupials, particularly in Australia and Melanesia. Co-chair of the IUCN Marsupial and Monotreme Specialist Group Chair of the Australasian Mammal Taxonomy Consortium Her research focuses on extinction detectability, impacts of invasive predators, and adaptive strategies in mammals. She has secured significant ARC and international grants for projects on semelparity, fire ecology, and conservation genetics. Recent publications address continent-wide declines in mammals, fire response modeling, and genomic diversity conservation. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for threatened species recovery and taxonomy-driven policy. 2020 ESA Australian Ecology Research Award Editorial roles in Cambridge Prisms: Extinction and Methods in Ecology & Evolution As a supervisor, she mentors PhD candidates on topics including semelparity evolution, feral cat control, and urban wildlife conservation. Her lab focuses on multi-species recovery in fire-affected habitats and arid zones.

Chris Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Biology
• Wildlife Ecology
• Landscape Ecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Chris Johnson is a Professor of Landscape Conservation and Management at the University of Northern British Columbia's Faculty of Environment. He holds a BSc from University of Victoria and PhD from UNBC. A Registered Professional Biologist, he chairs the BC College of Applied Biology's Credentials Committee and co-chairs COSEWIC's Terrestrial Mammals Subcommittee. His research integrates wildlife, landscape, and conservation ecology to assess human impacts on ecosystems. Key themes include cumulative effects of resource development, species-distribution modeling, and community-based conservation planning. Recent publications focus on disturbance ecology (fire/forestry), caribou conservation, and methodological advances in wildlife monitoring. Trends show strong emphasis on boreal/Arctic systems and anthropogenic pressures. No awards or specific lab details were mentioned.

Andy Purvisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andy Purvis is a Professor at Imperial College London's Department of Life Sciences (Silwood Park) with a part-time affiliation at the Natural History Museum. His research focuses on biodiversity science, integrating macroevolutionary patterns with global change impacts. Key projects include the PREDICTS initiative modeling biodiversity responses to human activities and the 'Descent into the Icehouse' study on planktonic foraminifera evolution during climate shifts. He leads a lab exploring phylogenetic diversity, ecosystem service vulnerability, and species distribution dynamics. Collaborations span institutions like UNEP-WCMC and Microsoft Research. His work bridges theory and practice, informing conservation policy through tools like the Living Planet Index. Over 20 students have been mentored across NERC and EU-funded programs. Research spans macroevolution, climate change, and functional biodiversity, with outputs in journals like Science and Ecology . Education and training opportunities include the MRes in Biodiversity Informatics & Genomics at Silwood Park, emphasizing programming, genomics, and spatial analysis. Current grants include NERC funding for soil biodiversity-ecosystem function linkages. His lab's interdisciplinary approach addresses pressing challenges in biodiversity monitoring and ecosystem resilience.

Finella Dawlingsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Conservation Biology
• Wildlife Monitoring
• Remote Sensing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Finella Dawlings is a Research Fellow at the University of Newcastle's School of Environmental and Life Sciences within the College of Engineering, Science and Environment. She serves as a key member of the Conservation Science Research Group, conducting fieldwork on Norfolk Island to study invasive rodent management and its impacts on threatened native species. Dr. Dawlings earned her PhD from Monash University (2020-2024) where she specialized in remote sensing applications for wildlife conservation. Her educational background includes Honours research at Monash University (2017-2018) focused on Norfolk Island Robin ecology and an undergraduate project analyzing 38 years of seabird population data in the Bonney Upwelling region. Her research expertise spans conservation biology, remote sensing technology, threatened species monitoring, and invasive species management. Dr. Dawlings has pioneered innovative approaches using thermal imaging and drone technology to monitor cryptic species in challenging environments, significantly advancing conservation methodologies for species like the Plains-wanderer and Christmas Island Frigatebird. Recent publications reveal a strong methodological focus on validating technological solutions for conservation challenges, with particular emphasis on thermal imaging for nocturnal species detection, drone operations in bird-rich environments, and understanding extinction drivers for island-endemic birds. Current PhD co-supervision: 'Acoustic Innovations: Enhancing Wildlife Monitoring across Australia's Commonwealth National Parks' (commenced 2025) Previous teaching: Monash University School of Biological Sciences (2022-2023) Professional experience: Ecological Consultant (Wildlife Unlimited, 2019-2020), Field Ecologist (Australian Wildlife Conservancy, 2018-2019) Based in Building BG-10 at the University of Newcastle with regular fieldwork on Norfolk Island, Dr. Dawlings' research was recently featured in news outlets (July 31, 2024) for tracking bird-eating rodents as part of the Resilient Landscapes Hub project.

Shawn Lehmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Anthropology
• Primate Ecology
• Conservation Biogeography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shawn Lehman is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto. His research program integrates evolutionary ecology and conservation biogeography to model primate responses to anthropogenic disturbances, focusing on lemurs in Madagascar's tropical dry forests around Ankarafantsika National Park. Specializes in primate evolutionary ecology Conservation biogeography of Madagascar and South American primates Director of the Tropical Research in Edge Effects (TREE) program Active in Madagascar since 1998 with long-term research in Guyana and Suriname Research focuses on forest loss , fragmentation , and edge effects using GIS and remote sensing. Key projects include: Ambanjabe Forest Fragment Project (42 fragments) Maririano Coastal Region Studies Perrier's Sifaka Conservation Fandriana-Marolambo Corridor Assessment Collaborates with Malagasy Institute for the Conservation of Tropical Environments (MICET). Research integrates primate behavior , plant-animal interactions , and climate change mitigation strategies. Supervises graduate students Malcolm S. Ramsay, Fernando Mercado-Malabet, and Tristan Frappier-Brinton.

Vicky Meretskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Biology
• Environmental Policy
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vicky Meretsky is a Professor and Director of Environmental Master's Programs at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, where she has served since 1997. She holds affiliate appointments in the Department of Biology, Maurer School of Law, Integrated Program in the Environment, and Russian and Eastern European Institute, and serves as a science advisor to the Nature Conservancy and Sycamore Land Trust while advising Indiana's Technical Advisory Committee on Herpetofauna. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. from University of Arizona (1995) M.Sc. in Statistics from University of Arizona (1993) M.Sc. in Wildlife Ecology from Humboldt State University (1988) B.Sc. from Cornell University (1980) Meretsky's research focuses on landscape-scale conservation, rare species ecology, adaptive management integration, and climate change impacts. Current projects examine public lands conservation planning, managed relocation policies under climate change, and graduate science-policy training methodologies, building on prior work with California condors, Grand Canyon endangered species, and northern spotted owls. Her 2012-2021 publications reveal a consistent interdisciplinary approach bridging conservation science and policy, with recurring themes in Endangered Species Act implementation, state wildlife legislation, climate adaptation strategies, and human dimensions of conservation. The work demonstrates strong methodological diversity spanning ecological field studies, policy analysis, and social science frameworks. Meretsky has received significant recognition for her contributions: Trustees Teaching Award (2012, 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003) O'Neill Outstanding Teaching Award (2010, 2002, 1998) Volunteer of the Year, Sycamore Land Trust (2017) She mentors graduate students through capstone projects with major conservation entities including the National Council on Science and the Environment, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Defenders of Wildlife, and Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, with research supported by these partnerships and her advisory roles. Meretsky actively participates in the Faculty Colloquium on Excellence in Teaching, serves on Indiana's Technical Advisory Committee on Herpetofauna, and provides science advisory services to conservation organizations, demonstrating deep engagement with both academic and applied conservation communities.

Corey Bradshawمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Biology
• Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Corey Bradshaw is the Matthew Flinders Professor of Global Ecology at Flinders University in Tarndanya (Adelaide), South Australia. His research focuses on biodiversity conservation, climate change impacts, and ecological modeling. He leads the Global Ecology research group (GlobEcoFlinders) and is a prominent voice in understanding coextinctions, climate-driven biodiversity loss, and human-environment interactions. Bradshaw’s work integrates paleoecology, population dynamics, and policy analysis. Key research areas include megafauna extinction patterns, invasive species management, and child health vulnerability to climate change. He frequently critiques global conservation policies, emphasizing the urgency of addressing biodiversity loss and overpopulation. Recent articles highlight coextinctions as a dominant threat under climate change, the failure of current climate policies to safeguard child health, and the ecological consequences of human population growth. His interdisciplinary approach spans ecology, epidemiology, and socio-economic factors, with a focus on actionable conservation strategies.

Amy Veprauskasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Biology
• Population Dynamics
• Evolutionary Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amy Veprauskas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Her research focuses on mathematical models of population and evolutionary dynamics, employing dynamical systems theory to analyze stability and bifurcation phenomena in structured populations. Applications include studying whale population resilience post-oil spills and reproductive synchrony in cannibalistic gull populations. She holds a Ph.D. (2016) and M.S. (2013) from the University of Arizona, alongside M.A. and B.A. degrees (2010) from Bryn Mawr College. Veprauskas’s work bridges theoretical mathematics and ecological challenges, with recent studies addressing tick invasion dynamics, predator-prey interactions under seasonal breeding, and critical thresholds for population persistence under disturbances. Her methodologies emphasize structured population models that account for factors like age, life stage, or body size, enabling analysis of environmental and evolutionary impacts. Key research trends in her publications include discrete-time models analyzing metapopulation growth, Allee effects, and spatially explicit stream network dynamics. Collaborations with ecologists and field data integration (e.g., acoustic monitoring of marine mammals) underscore her applied approach. Her contributions span theoretical insights (e.g., bifurcation analysis) and practical applications in conservation and public health.

• Wildlife Ecology
• Climate Change Ecology
• Biotic Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Evan Wilson is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University's College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. He collaborates with the Center for Cooperative Ecological Resilience and the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians to implement adaptive management strategies for wildlife conservation in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula. As a wildlife ecologist, his research examines how anthropogenic activity and climate change affect biotic interactions, population dynamics, and spatial distribution of mammals in northern forest ecosystems. He employs radio-telemetry, camera trapping, ecological modeling, and stable isotope analysis to identify conservation strategies at local and regional scales. His recent publications focus on climate-sensitive species, community disassembly mechanisms, camouflage mismatch in snowshoe hares, and human-wildlife conflict dynamics. These works span disciplines including conservation biology, climate change ecology, and behavioral ecology.