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Beth Mortimer is an Associate Professor of Animal Biology and a Tutorial Fellow at Hertford College, affiliated with the Department of Biology at the University of Oxford. She is a Royal Society University Research Fellow and leads the Animal Vibration Lab, focusing her research on the interface between biology, materials science, and engineering. Her innovative work explores how animals, particularly spiders, elephants, and insects, utilize surface vibrations as a means of communication and information transfer, revealing critical insights applicable to robotics and technology. Mortimer's investigations aim to understand the mechanics of how these organisms detect and interpret vibrations, potentially influencing the development of new sensing technologies for robots designed to operate in intricate environments. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Oxford and furthered her academic journey with a DPhil in Zoology, where she researched spider silks. Mortimer brings substantial teaching experience, supported by a Post Graduate Certificate in Education from Oxford Brookes University. Her previous roles include Career Development Access Fellow at Jesus College, research with the 1851 Research Fellow honor at the University of Bristol, and a departmental lecturer in the Zoology Department.
University of Oxford • Oxford
Leading the Animal Vibration Lab, focusing on vibrational communication and its technological applications.
University of Oxford • Oxford
Lecturing in the Zoology Department.
St Anne’s College • Oxford
Conducting research in animal vibrations and communication.
Jesus College, Oxford • Oxford
Engaged in research and outreach with UK schools.
University of Bristol • Bristol
Researching vibrational communication in animals.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.