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Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology
Dr. Will O’Connor was recently elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology. Dr. O’Connor is the Principal Ecologist and Managing Director of Ecofact.
Dr. O’Connor accepted this prestigious appointment for his prominent contribution to the advancement of the biological sciences, and in particular aquatic ecology. Commenting on his election to the Society, Dr. O’Connor said “I am absolutely delighted with this recognition, and plan to use this appointment to further my efforts to improve the protection of Irish rivers, wetlands and the vulnerable species which inhabit these areas“.
Dr. O’Connor has been working in a professional capacity for over 20 years. He is a graduate of the University of Wales, Cardiff (MSc in Applied Hydrobiology), and the National University of Ireland, Galway (PhD in Zoology). He was employed as a Senior Biologist with the Electricity Supply Board, with responsibility for the River Shannon migratory fish management programmes during the period 1992-1998, and has been working as a private environmental consultant since 1999. His current research interests primarily include the European eel, lamprey species, and freshwater pearl mussels but he also works with a range of other species. For example, he is also currently intensively involved in the assessment of the impact of wind energy developments on birds and bats. As well as undertaking research work Dr. O’Connor also campaigns for better protection of our natural heritage.
Read Dr. O’Connor’s full profile here http://ecofact.ie/meet-the-team/dr-william-oconnor/.
The Royal Society of Biology is the leading professional body for biologists in the UK and Ireland, representing over 12,500 life scientists from all areas of the life sciences, as well as over 90 organisations. The Society’s key objectives are to advise government and influence policy, advance biology education and engage and encourage public interest in the life sciences. As a fellow of the Society of Biology Dr. O’Connor will also be working to further the objectives of this prestigious organisation in Ireland.
