Conservation and anthropogenic change
Conservation biology focuses on understanding and preserving biodiversity in a world altered by human activity. We examine the threats facing species and ecosystems, from habitat destruction to anthropogenic pollution and climate change, and develop strategies to mitigate these impacts.
This interdisciplinary field combines biology, ecology, and social sciences to promote sustainable practices and ensure the long-term health and resilience of Earth's diverse ecosystems for future generations.
Researchers
Each of our research themes bring together a diverse set of researchers from within the Department and beyond. Follow the links to their full profiles to find out more about their research interests.
Primary researchers
| Annette Broderick | Benno Simmons | Brendan Godley | Callum Roberts |
| Christopher Kaiser-Bunbury | Christopher Laing | Ilya Maclean | Jason Chapman |
| Jonathan Blount | Julie Hawkins | Juliet Osborne | Kelly Moyes |
| Kevin Gaston | Kimberley Hockings | Kristian Metcalfe | Lucy Woodall |
| Luis Huckstadt | Martin Stevens | Neeltje Boogert | Nick Royle |
| Nicola Weber | Philip Doherty | Regan Early | Richard Sherley |
| Robbie McDonald | Ruth Thurstan | Sam Weber | Sarah Nelms |
| Thomas Currie | Victoria Hobson | Trine Bilde |
| Alex Thornton | Alex Hayward | Barbara Tschirren | Camille Bonneaud |
| Chris Bass | David Hodgson | David Hosken | Elze Hesse |
| Erik Postma | Gabriel Yvon Durocher | Jolyon Troscianko | Laura Kelley |
| MD Sharma | Sarah Hodge | Stuart Bearhop | Xavier Harrison |
Featured Project - RENEW
RENEW is a programme to develop solutions to one of the world's major environmental challenges: the renewal of biodiversity. This is a collaboration between University of Exeter researchers, The National Trust, and 30 additional partners, funded by the Natural Environment Research Council.
Funding and partners
Our research is made possible through diverse relationships with key external funders and partners.
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