Dr. Adam Ford

Biography

Adam Ford is a Professor in the Department of Biology at The University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus, where he also serves as the Director of the Okanagan Institute for Biodiversity, Resilience, and Ecosystems Services. His research specializes in wildlife ecology and conservation, focusing on the relationships between large mammals and their ecosystems, especially under restoration practices. Ford's work integrates consumer-resource ecology, movement ecology, and the study of human-wildlife interactions to develop effective biodiversity recovery strategies. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration with Indigenous communities and policymakers to ensure that ecological and cultural considerations are reflected in restoration efforts. His research serves not only to measure the impact of restoration interventions but also seeks to understand the broader implications of human activity on wildlife and ecosystems. Ford has produced significant field studies aimed at establishing baseline ecological data, and his future research endeavors will focus on the cumulative effects of restoration interventions. He also contributes to teaching and mentoring graduate students, providing them with guidance in animal ecology and conservation practices.

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