Biography

Neil’s primary role as Chief Scientist is to develop the scientific work and profile of UNEP-WCMC with external partners interested in the conservation of nature, and the role data and analysis plays in this. He is also a Professor of Conservation Science in the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. Neil has been working in conservation science and practice for more than 30 years, in the UK, Denmark and tropical Africa, especially eastern Africa. Much of his work has focused on habitat conservation in nature reserves in Europe and Africa through partnerships with non-governmental organizations, private foundations, state and community-based organizations. He has also helped with capacity building work, particularly in Africa.

• Institution: University of Copenhagen (UCPH)