Rosalin Mistry
MRes student
MRes project: Predictive relationships in the distribution of freshwater invertebrates, eDNA and Daubenton's bats (Myotis daubentonii)
Supervisor: Prof. Bernd Hänfling
My passion for wildlife has been life-long, and continued to develop into curiosity to discover and understand more about our natural environment. I have recently completed my BSc (hons) Environmental Science with The Open University (2024). My undergraduate research project investigated dynamics of the subterranean European mole (Talpa europaea) regarding molehills in different habitats, to ascertain if there were any notable relationships or avenues of further study.
I hold some positions of responsibility within ongoing voluntary groups (Coordinator and Committee Member), with experience in surveying bats, invertebrates (terrestrial and freshwater), amphibians, badgers and plants, which has led to my interest in exploring the ecology of these groups further and given me valuable experience working in a citizen science environment and with NGOs and conservation organisations.
Having also worked within Ecological Consultancy, between my combined experiences I have gained a deeper appreciation for ecosystem and species interactions, which has informed my research interests.
Research Interests:
- Entomology (insects)
- Trophic relationships
- Biodiversity monitoring
- Habitat impacts on species interactions
Research project highlights:
- Buglife & Riverfly Partnership – “Guardians of our Rivers” project; Citizen science freshwater invertebrate sampling to monitor ongoing river health
- Bat Conservation Trust – Partake in National Nathusius’ Pipistrelle Survey (NNPS) with North East Scotland Bat Group (NESBats)
Past projects:
Investigating dynamics of European mole (Talpa europaea) hills between mixed woodland, grassland and roadside verge habitats in Moray, Scotland” - Undergraduate Honours Project