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Lucy Aplin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies at the University of Zurich. Her research focuses on cognitive ecology, exploring how animals interact within their environments, emphasizing cultural evolution and social networks. Aplin previously led an independent research group at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behaviour and served as a Senior Lecturer at the Australian National University. She holds a Ph.D. from the Australian National University and has contributed significantly to the field of animal behavior through her publications in high-impact journals. Aplin's work investigates key aspects of animal culture and innovation, yielding insights into the social learning processes in avian species. She has published extensively, examining topics like the coevolution of brain size and longevity in parrots and the structure of social networks among urban parrots. Her interdisciplinary approach combines fieldwork and theoretical understanding to deepen our knowledge of behavioral ecology.
University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland
Teaching and conducting research in cognitive ecology and animal behavior.
Australian National University • Canberra, Australia
Lectured on topics in biology, focusing on ecological and evolutionary dynamics.
Max Planck Institute of Animal Behaviour • Germany
Led a research group studying animal culture and social structure.
St John’s College, University of Oxford • Oxford, UK
Engaged in research on cognitive aspects of animal behavior.
Edward Grey Institute of Field Ornithology, Department of Zoology, University of Oxford • Oxford, UK
Conducted research related to animal behavior and ecology.
School of Botany and Zoology, Australian National University • Canberra, Australia
Pursued doctoral research focused on evolution and ecology.
Department of Law