Doctor of Philosophy - Ecology
University of Glasgow
Glasgow 07/2019 - 04/2024
Deborah Davy
Glasgow
Summary
My long experience as a crofter, working with endangered rare breed mega-herbivores led me to return to education to reinforce my practical skills with academic qualifications. I care passionately about the management of biodiversity and the use of mega-herbivores in rewilding and ecological restoration projects, and understanding the challenges faced under rapid climate change. I had been undertaking bloodline monitoring of the Exmoor pony population since the 1980s and was very aware of the genetic challenges they faced as an endangered breed. My Masters placement increased my understanding of the treat to plant communities in climactically challenging environments. This led me to develop my PhD plan, further influenced by visiting rewilding projects in Denmark and the Netherlands. I am now dedicated to putting my knowledge and experience to use in helping to shape and support restoration and rewilding projects. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Education
Master of Science - Zoology
University of Glasgow
Glasgow 09/2013 - 06/2018
Diploma of Higher Education - Biomedical Science
Fife College
Dunfermline, Fife 09/2012 - 05/2013
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
University of Lancaster
Lancaster 09/1978 - 05/1981
Skills
Crofter from Scoraig, Ross-shire from 1982 to present
43 years experience breeding and managing Exmoor ponies (and formerly Galloway cattle and Shetland sheep) in an off-grid crofting community Member of Grazings Committee and been involved in hill ground grazing management and crofter forestry scheme
Founder member of the Exmoor Pony Society Scientific Advisory panel 2020-2024 Numerous presentations and advisory panels for the Exmoor Pony Society/ Rare Breeds Survival Trust Approved Inspector/ Judge with national/ international experience Two terms as a Charity Trustee Winner of the Exmoor Pony Society's Helen Dashwood Award for Outstanding Service, 1999, and the Rare Breeds Survival Trust's Marsh Christian National Award for Outstanding Services to Conservation 2001
Owner of, and advisor on Exmoor pony management at Bamff Wildlands Member of Bamff Wildlands Steering Group
Advisor on Exmoor ponies/ natural grazing to conservation/ rewilding groups including Samenwerkingsverband Exmoorpony, Netherlands, Northwoods, Bright Green Nature and Hepple Estate
School assistant, Scoraig School, 1986-2012 Numerous roles including learning support, educational outreach, curricular development and delivery of biology/ environmental studies
Timeline
Doctor of Philosophy - Ecology
University of Glasgow
07/2019 - 04/2024
Master of Science - Zoology
University of Glasgow
09/2013 - 06/2018
Diploma of Higher Education - Biomedical Science
Fife College
09/2012 - 05/2013
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
University of Lancaster
09/1978 - 05/1981
Overview
7881
7881
years of post-secondary education
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