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Dr Nathan Wales is a Senior Lecturer in Archaeology at the University of York, affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences and leading the ancient genetics group at BioArCh. He holds roles including ACCE Doctoral Training Partnership representative (2019–present), Subject Facilitator for Archaeology (2021–present), and Pathway Leader for Archaeology/Biology/Environment (2021–present). His research focuses on ancient DNA analysis of plant domestication and crop utilization, particularly maize, grapevine, and sunflower. He has pioneered methods for optimizing DNA extraction from ancient seeds and collaborates on projects like the Hidden Frontiers initiative and Rethinking the Green Revolution in the Western Mediterranean. Education includes a BS in Anthropology/Sociology (Truman State University, 2005), MA and PhD in Anthropology (University of Connecticut, 2008 and 2012), with postdoctoral training at the University of Copenhagen, UC Berkeley, and Université Toulouse III. His work bridges archaeology and genetics, addressing questions about human impact on plant evolution. Teaching responsibilities include modules on archaeological science and ancient biomolecules. Key projects include investigating plant domestication trajectories and optimizing methods for analyzing precious archaeological materials. His interdisciplinary approach integrates genomic, morphometric, and archaeological data to uncover historical agricultural practices and crop migration patterns.

• Ancient DNA Analysis
• Plant Domestication
• Archaeobotany
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James Scourse is a Professor of Earth Systems Science and Head of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Exeter's Penryn Campus. He holds a ScD from the University of Cambridge (2023) and has led departments at Exeter since 2017. His career spans roles at Bangor University (1985-2017) where he became a Professor of Marine Geology. He specializes in Quaternary stratigraphy, glacial dynamics, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Education: MA (Oxford, 1980), PhD (Cambridge, 1985), ScD (Cambridge, 2023) Leadership: President of the Quaternary Research Association (2008-2011), Director of the Climate Change Consortium of Wales (2011-2016) Awards: Royal Society-Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowship (2008-2009), Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales (2014) His research focuses on marine geology, climate change, and oceanography, with emphasis on glacial retreat, isotope geochemistry, and bivalve-based climate proxies. He has pioneered methods like amino acid geochronology and utilized ancient DNA to reconstruct marine ecosystems. His work addresses societal challenges like climate action (SDG 13) and ocean conservation (SDG 14). Recent projects include studying iceberg calving dynamics, Antarctic marine biodiversity baselines, and the socio-environmental impacts of industrial whaling. He advocates for expanded ocean monitoring networks like OneArgo to improve climate resilience.

• Marine Geology
• Climate Change Science
• Oceanography
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Dr. Niamh Eastwood serves as a Biodiversity Research Associate within the Biosciences department, focusing on freshwater biodiversity and ecosystem services. Her research contributes significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. Her primary research interests encompass Freshwater Biodiversity , Ecosystem Services , Biodiversity Dynamics , and Environmental DNA applications . Eastwood employs advanced molecular techniques including metabarcoding to study community-level biodiversity patterns and anthropogenic impacts on freshwater ecosystems. Her work bridges ecological theory with practical applications for biodiversity monitoring and conservation policy. Analysis of Eastwood's publication record reveals a strong focus on freshwater systems and cutting-edge DNA-based monitoring techniques. Her recent work demonstrates how environmental DNA and metabarcoding can revolutionize biodiversity assessment in aquatic environments, with particular emphasis on landscape-level drivers and anthropogenic impacts spanning historical timeframes. The research shows increasing integration of molecular methods with policy applications, particularly in water industry contexts. Eastwood actively participates in research funding initiatives, currently serving as Co-Investigator on the BBSRC IAA 2024-25 project "Advancing Biodiversity Monitoring in the Water Industry: The Imperative of DNA Based techniques" in collaboration with Severn Trent Water. This project has generated significant attention with coverage by 9 news outlets and engagement across multiple social media platforms. Her research network includes extensive collaborations across international institutions, with notable partnerships with researchers such as Orsini, Zhou, and Colbourne. Eastwood's work appears to be conducted within research teams focused on molecular ecology and freshwater biodiversity assessment, utilizing advanced genomic and metabarcoding approaches to address critical conservation challenges.

• Biodiversity
• Freshwater Biodiversity
• Ecosystem Services
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Dr. Andreanna Welch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biosciences at Durham University, leading the Welch Lab. Her research focuses on molecular ecology, evolution, and phylogenomics, integrating genetic and genomic approaches with ecological and environmental data. She investigates biodiversity dynamics across time and space, including responses to environmental change, ecological niche partitioning, and conservation strategies in marine and terrestrial systems. Welch emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and temporal perspectives using ancient DNA to address critical ecological and evolutionary questions. Her work spans diverse species such as seals, seabirds, dolphins, and plants, with a particular interest in balancing biodiversity with human agricultural needs. She actively promotes diversity in her lab, encouraging applications from international and underrepresented groups. Welch collaborates on projects like the postglacial recolonization of elephant seals and the population history of the Hawaiian petrel. She supervises PhD students (e.g., Dr. Alma Liss Sanchez Quinones, Beth Jetson, Carolina Gomez Ramirez) and offers placement opportunities for undergraduates. Contact details include a.j.welch@durham.ac.uk. Research highlights include resolving rapid radiations in seabirds through genomic integration and studying urban impacts on species like the blue tit. Welch’s lab also explores management incentives for tropical agroforestry systems to enhance both biodiversity and farmer income, leveraging economic theory alongside ecological data. Despite no explicit mention of scientific awards, her research has been highlighted in Science and the National Science Foundation website. Current grants and fellowships include NERC, BBSRC, and Durham Addison Wheeler fellowships. She mentors postdocs and students in applying for competitive funding and collaborates with institutions like Glasgow University on urban ecology projects.

• Molecular Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogenomics
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Professor Alex Dumbrell is a Professor at the University of Essex in the School of Life Sciences. His research focuses on community ecology, particularly with microbial systems, theoretical ecology examining biodiversity models, and molecular ecology utilizing next generation sequencing technologies. He has been at the University of Essex since 2009, progressing from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer and ultimately to Professor in 2019. Professor Dumbrell's educational background includes: Ph.D. (2002-2006) from the University of York M.Sc. (2001-2002) from the University of Wales, Bangor B.Sc. hons (1998-2001) from the University of Wales, Bangor Professor Dumbrell's research spans multiple ecological domains with a strong emphasis on microbial communities. His work examines spatial and temporal patterns of biodiversity, biodiversity-ecosystem service relationships, and species abundance distributions. He specializes in next generation sequencing technology and bioinformatics applied to ecological research, with particular focus on metagenetics, metagenomics, and metatranscriptomics. His research also explores soil biodiversity and function, as well as arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and other symbiotic systems. He actively supervises doctoral and master's students in environmental and biological sciences. Professor Dumbrell's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on climate change impacts on ecological systems, microbial community dynamics, and innovative methodologies in ecological research. His work frequently employs advanced molecular techniques to study biodiversity patterns across various ecosystems. He has substantial collaborative research involving international teams studying topics from coral reefs to high-latitude stream ecosystems. His research bridges theoretical ecology with empirical field studies, particularly examining how warming affects biodiversity and ecosystem function. Professor Dumbrell has secured numerous research grants from prestigious funding bodies including the Natural Environment Research Council, European Commission, and The Pew Charitable Trusts. His funded projects address critical environmental challenges such as: Climate REEFS: Integrating Risks, Evolution, socio-Economics for Fisheries Sustainability on coral reefs Implications of glacier retreat for aquatic biodiversity in the Himalayas REWilding and restoration of intertidal sediment ecosystems for carbon sequestration Quantifying ecological effects of grassland management above and below ground Professor Dumbrell currently supervises multiple doctoral and master's students working on diverse ecological projects. His supervision portfolio includes research on environmental sciences, marine biology, microbiology, and biological sciences. He teaches courses such as "Biodiversity: From Genes to Ecosystems," "Arctic Ecology Field Course," and professional skills courses for ecological and marine scientists.

• Community ecology
• Microbial systems
• Theoretical ecology
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Martin Wilkes is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Life Sciences , University of Essex. His research focuses on data-driven approaches to understanding and predicting biodiversity change in freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems, with applications in environmental policy and sustainable resource management. Research interests: Ecology, Biodiversity Science, Fisheries, Biogeography, Artificial Intelligence, Species Distribution Modeling Current teaching: Freshwater Ecology, Data Analysis, Coral Reef Research Skills Research Trends : His recent articles emphasize large-scale ecological modeling, sediment stress impacts on aquatic life, cryopreservation techniques in fisheries, and climate change effects on riverine biodiversity. Key subfields include river restoration , functional trait analysis , and ecohydraulics . Supervision : Currently advising PhD and MSc students in environmental and biological sciences. Grants include projects such as Navigating Riverine War Reparations (2025) and MARRK: Aquatic Resources in Kenya (2023).

• Ecology
• Biodiversity Science
• Fisheries
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Ian Convery is a Professor at the University of Cumbria, specializing in rewilding, conservation biology, and socio-ecological systems. His research integrates ecological restoration with human communities, focusing on species reintroduction, ecosystem services, and landscape management. He co-leads projects like the Kielder Wildwood initiative and IUCN rewilding guidelines, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and policy applications. Research Interests: Convery explores the intersection of biodiversity conservation and human well-being, including: Rewilding theory and practice Human-wildlife coexistence Ecosystem service valuation Community-led conservation His publications emphasize multidisciplinary approaches to conservation, blending ecological science with social psychology and policy analysis. Recent work addresses rewilding's role in climate resilience and ethical wildlife management.

• Rewilding
• Conservation Biology
• Environmental Management
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Alex Bush serves as Lecturer in Environmental Remote Sensing at Lancaster University's Lancaster Environment Centre, specializing in ecological modeling for biodiversity conservation at macroecological scales. His work bridges remote sensing technologies with ground-truth ecological data to address national-scale monitoring challenges and ecosystem sustainability. Alex Bush's educational background includes: University of East Anglia Macquarie University, Sydney His research focuses on integrating high-throughput DNA sequencing with remote sensing imagery to map invisible biodiversity components and assess ecosystem condition. Key themes include developing statistical models for climate change adaptation, evaluating DNA metabarcoding for sustainable agriculture monitoring, and analyzing spatial-temporal community dynamics across landscape scales. This work directly addresses biodiversity loss through innovative monitoring frameworks. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals dominant methodological trends in environmental DNA (eDNA) applications, particularly metabarcoding for freshwater and terrestrial biodiversity assessment. Cross-cutting themes include climate change resilience modeling, statistical framework development for ecological monitoring, and the integration of remote sensing with molecular techniques. His work consistently targets conservation applications across Amazonian, boreal, and urban ecosystems. Alex Bush has received significant research recognition: Research Fellowship, Australian Government Research Fellowship, Canadian Government He actively supervises PhD candidates Matthew Clark (Ecology and Conservation) and Pablo Gallego Anex (Biodiversity and Remote Sensing of Forest Structure). Current research funding includes the H2020 SUPERB project (2021-2025), Designing Biodiversity Markets for Nature Recovery (2022), and Integrating Statistical Frameworks into eDNA Survey and Analysis (2020-2022), reflecting his leadership in conservation technology development. Affiliated with Lancaster's Centre of Excellence in Environmental Data Science, Bush contributes to interdisciplinary teams in Ecology and Conservation and Geospatial Data Science, driving innovation in environmental monitoring through data-intensive approaches.

• Biodiversity Monitoring
• Remote Sensing
• Ecological Modelling
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Pete Convey is a Terrestrial Ecologist and Individual Merit senior research scientist (NERC Band 3) at the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), where he works within the core 'Ecosystems' and 'Environmental Change and Evolution' Programmes. He maintains significant academic affiliations as an Honorary Lecturer at the University of Birmingham since 2000, Guest Lecturer at UNIS (Svalbard), and Visiting Professor at the National Antarctic Research Centre, University of Malaya. Internationally, he serves as Chair of the SCAR Development Council and previously co-chaired the SCAR Science Research Programme 'Evolution and Biodiversity in Antarctica' (2006-2013). His research spans polar ecosystem responses to climate change, evolution of polar biota, biogeography of terrestrial invertebrates and microbes, paleobiogeographical reconstruction, and human impacts on polar environments. With over 250 publications (H-index 36), his work integrates biological and physical disciplines to address fundamental questions about polar systems as models for global environmental change. He has supervised 9 completed PhD students and currently mentors 10 PhD/Master's students. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on climate-driven ecological shifts (47%), invasive species dynamics (20%), biogeochemical processes (13%), and methodological innovations in biodiversity assessment (20%). Key trends include increasing focus on molecular techniques, cross-continental comparisons, and the erosion of traditional biogeographic barriers due to anthropogenic warming. UK Polar Medal (2007) Erskine Fellowship (University of Canterbury, 2013-2014) Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society Chartered Biologist status Membership of the Society for Biology Editorial roles for Global Change Biology, BMC Ecology, and Polar Science Convey has examined 16 PhD and 4 Master's theses while serving on international steering committees for major SCAR conferences. His research collaborations span 25+ countries, with significant projects funded through NERC, EU frameworks, and international polar programs. He actively participates in STEM outreach as a STEM Ambassador.

• Polar Ecosystems
• Climate Change Impacts
• Evolution and Biodiversity
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Dr. Maxwell Farrell is a Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Glasgow's School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine and an Affiliate Researcher at the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research . He earned a PhD in Biology from McGill University and conducted postdoctoral work at the University of Georgia , University of Toronto , and University of Glasgow . Since 2024, he has led a research group focusing on the ecology and evolution of infectious diseases through a macroecological lens. Research Affiliations: MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research Leverhulme Programme for Doctoral Training in Ecological Data Science Crucible-funded Data Sonification Working Group Research Interests include: Host-pathogen interaction networks Text mining and AI for biodiversity science Phylogenetic comparative methods in disease ecology Macroecological modeling of multi-species pathogens Computational statistics for ecological synthesis Biodiversity genomics for disease surveillance Publication Trends show sustained contributions to Proceedings of the Royal Society B , Nature Microbiology , Lancet Planetary Health , and Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B , with recent articles emphasizing large language models for pest control synthesis, text mining frameworks in ecology, and global threat interconnections between climate change and zoonotic diseases. Supervision: Avery Holmes (Wellcome Trust IIB PhD) Erwin John Sioson (NorthWest Bio DTP) Claire Walden (VetFund PhD Scholarship) Collaborative Networks include the Viral Informatics, Biostatistics, and Evolution (VIBE) Lab , the SBOHVM Stats Support Group , and the Leverhulme Ecological Data Science DTP .

• Infectious Disease Ecology
• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• Text Mining
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Kirthana Pillay is a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Molecular Ecology at Bournemouth University . Her research focuses on environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding, dietary resource analysis, and ecological impacts of toxic metals. Research Trends : Recent works span from 2020 to 2025, emphasizing aquatic ecosystems, wildlife diet analysis (e.g., deer, fish), and eDNA methodologies. Key topics include domestication effects in Atlantic salmon, mangrove fungal contamination, and cross-seasonal resource utilization. Publications : Collaborated on studies in Environmental DNA , Ecological Solutions and Evidence , and Marine Pollution Bulletin , highlighting interdisciplinary applications in conservation and evolutionary biology.

• Molecular Ecology
• Environmental DNA
• Metabarcoding
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Dr. Caroline Orr is an Associate Professor (Research) at the Life Sciences Centre for Biodiscovery, School of Health and Life Sciences (SHLS), Teesside University. She holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from Northumbria University and has extensive postdoctoral experience at Northumbria and Newcastle Universities. Her research focuses on microbial ecology, anaerobic environments, and their applications in agriculture, industry, and health. She collaborates nationally and internationally on projects such as optimizing anaerobic digestion, studying probiotics and fluoride effects on microbiomes, and understanding climate change impacts on archaeological sites like Vindolanda. She is an active member of the Microbiology Society and contributes to policy through Applied Microbiology International. Dr. Orr teaches 'Microbial Diversity and Environmental Microbiology' and promotes student engagement through initiatives like 'Students as Researchers.' Education: PhD in Molecular Biology, Northumbria University (2011) BSc (Hons) Biotechnology, Northumbria University (2007) Research Interests: Microbial community dynamics in anaerobic systems Probiotics and fluoride's role in gut health Climate change effects on cultural heritage preservation Soil health and nutrient cycling in agriculture Professional Roles: External Examiner at Liverpool John Moores University Member of Microbiology Society Impact and Influence Committee Recent articles highlight her work on fluoride-gut microbiota interactions, 3D archaeological imaging, and climate mitigation strategies. Her awards include the Avecia Prize for Biotechnology and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. Dr. Orr leads projects such as microbial community analysis for anaerobic digestion optimization and probiotic-fluoride interventions in dental health. She actively supervises PhD students and collaborates with industry on waste-to-value innovations.

• Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Anaerobic Digestion
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Dr. Robert Goodsell is a Lecturer in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences and the Applied Sciences department. His work bridges ecological research with advanced technological approaches. Research Focus: Ecology, Data Science, Ecological Statistics, eDNA Surveys, Metabarcoding, Remote Sensing, and Ecological Monitoring.

• Ecology
• Data Science
• Ecological statistics
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Dr Helen Hipperson is a Research & Development Fellow in Genomics at the University of Sheffield's School of Biosciences, where she manages the long-read sequencing facility and delivers bioinformatics training as part of the NERC Environment Omics Facility. Her career spans genomic research across multiple institutions including Imperial College London and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Her research focuses on applying genomic techniques to plant and soil biology, ecology, evolution, conservation, and population genomics. She utilizes cutting-edge sequencing technologies including de novo genomics, transcriptomics, epigenetics, and environmental DNA analysis. Current projects involve dietary analysis in wild sheep populations, plant epigenetic immunity research, and rapid in-field genomics for crop disease monitoring in Uganda. Hipperson's publication record demonstrates expertise in metabarcoding, eDNA applications, and conservation genomics, with recent work spanning earthworm biodiversity assessment, avian demography, and parasite strain variation. Her research shows consistent application of genomic methods to ecological questions across diverse systems from grasslands to tropical lakes. As a key member of the NERC Environment Omics Facility training team, she co-develops and delivers bioinformatics courses including Python for Bioinformatics, Metabarcoding analysis, and Population Genomics. She supervises researchers through the Visitor Facility program and provides technical support for genomic projects across the university. Hipperson manages the Genomics Laboratory's long-read sequencing facility and contributes to multiple collaborative projects including NERC 'Ecology Within' and BBSRC-funded epigenetic immunity research. Her technical expertise spans both wet lab genomic techniques and bioinformatics analysis pipelines.

• Genomics
• Plant and Soil Biology
• Conservation Genetics
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Emma Ransome is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Life Sciences at Imperial College London, affiliated with the Georgina Mace Centre for the Living Planet, Grantham Institute, and Ring of Fire. Her research focuses on microbial ecology, global change, and environmental solutions, particularly in aquatic ecosystems. She explores microbial community roles in ecosystem services and anthropogenic impacts, leveraging multi-omics, field surveys, and experiments. Her lab collaborates widely, including with the Ocean Conservation Trust and KAUST. Key research interests include microbial responses to climate change, seagrass restoration, coral reef biodiversity, and viral ecology. Recent work addresses SARS-CoV-2 environmental transmission, bat virology, and sewage surveillance. Funding includes grants from the Leverhulme Centre, SSCP DTP, and UREN Foundation. Grants: Leverhulme Centre for the Holobiont, SSCP DTP seagrass project, UREN Foundation (Take-all disease suppression). Advising: PhD students Luke Herring (coral reef cryptobiome) and Amelia Newman (seagrass microbiology). Her lab’s FutureReef project investigates coral reef holobionts, while the SimpleMetaPipeline toolstreamlines metabarcoding analysis. Recent recognitions include a Challenger Society commendation for undergraduate research and media coverage of Defra biodiversity reports.

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Microbiology
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