An ardent, interdisciplinary conservation scientist with a first class honours BSc in Marine Biology, distinction in MSc Conservation Science and an applied PhD in health-environment linkages and socio-ecological systems. Practised in project management, research and multi-disciplinary fieldwork methods. Four years of practical, NGO-based experience in planning and executing successful international conservation projects. Interested in development-centred conservation research; solutions-driven research towards wicked problem solutions, community-based interventions and interdisciplinary policy development.