Claire's research background is largely focussed on marine fisheries ecology and marine conservation, more recently focusing on the environmental and ecosystem service outcomes of offshore renewables. Claire works closely with industry, government and third-sector organisations and across the science/policy interface. Claire has an MSc and PhD from Bangor University and is a Lecturer in Marine Conservation at the University of Plymouth.

Experience

  • 2026–present
    Lecturer in Marine Conservation, University of Plymouth
  • 2023–2026
    Ecosystem Services Scientist, Plymouth Marine Laboratory
  • 2022–2023
    Marine Social Scientist, University of Exeter
  • 2015–2022
    Marine ecologist, Bangor University

Education

  • 2015 
    Bangor University, PhD
  • 2011 
    Bangor University, MSc

Contact Claire for

  • General
  • Media request
  • Speaking request
  • Consulting / Advising
  • Research collaboration
  • Research supervision