Rob’s research is focused on applied conservation science, primarily centred on carnivore conservation and ecology in African ecosystems. Rob’s interests focus on how anthropogenic and environmental pressures impact carnivore ecology, including population density, habitat use and niche partitioning. He is passionate about applied research, ensuring that conservation management is guided by accurate and robust scientific research. He enjoys working with students and building capacity within research departments for conservation science. Rob’s research often applies conservation technology (camera traps, GPS collars) and uses statistical modelling techniques (spatial capture-recapture, occupancy modelling) to estimate parameters that inform carnivore conservation and management.