Profile
Maisy Inston
Research Technician
Environment and Sustainability Institute
Environment and Sustainability Institute, University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9FE, UK
Office hours: My usual working pattern is: However, this can be subject to change with research demands.
Overview
I am a researcher, conservationist and Exeter Alumni with experience in the conservation research and charity sector. My research interests focus around human and wildlife interactions, specifically species which are often overlooked or portrayed negatively in media. I am currently working with Professor Kevin Gaston, exploring the effects of artificial light at night (ALAN) on bats, moths and hedgehogs.
Qualifications
MSci (Hons) Zoology – University of Exeter
Career
I have worked with the Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) on the National Bat Helpline and National Bat Monitoring Programme (NBMP), as well as their Built Environment project.
Additionally, I was a former Admin & Communications Officer for Bats without Borders (BwB), a small NGO carrying out bat conservation work in southern Africa.