Author
Alex Caruana | DPhil Student
Growing up in the Maltese Islands I was always surrounded by the Mediterranean’s stunning landscapes and its biodiversity. My fascination with nature began during childhood as I’d explore rocky coastlines and hike through the island’s valleys. However, over time I’ve also witnessed our natural heritage deteriorate, and this was the motivation which led me to pursue my bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering specialising in ecological restoration. I then decided to further specialize in Conservation Biology by pursuing a dual master’s degree at University of Copenhagen and Bangor University, and focused my research efforts evaluating invasive species eradication projects as well as the efficacy of European conservation funding mechanisms. This interest in what is and what isn’t working in conservation is what led me to pursue my DPhil here at Oxford.
