We are delighted to announce that our Chairman Professor Des Thompson has been added to an A-list of highly influential ecologists, alongside national treasure Sir David Attenborough.
Des has been recognized for his outstanding contribution to natural conservation and upland ecology by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
He collected the CIEEM Medal at an awards lunch on June 27 in London and his name will be added to a list of acclaimed winners which features wildlife broadcaster Sir David Attenborough, ecologist Professor Dame Georgina Mary Mace and Professor Sir John Lawton and scientist Lord Robert May of Oxford.
“We are delighted that Des’ hard work and commitment to the profession has been recognized by the CIEEM”
Mark Castle, FSC Chief Executive
During his career Des, who has chaired the council board for five years has published more than 200 papers, articles and books in relation to upland and bird ecology and has been involved in almost every aspect of upland conservation throughout the British Isles over the past 30 years.
He also plays a key role in influencing natural conservation policy, acts as a principal advisor on science and biodiversity for Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and regularly provides advice to ministers and civil servants with the Scottish Government.
“This recognition also goes a very long way to highlighting the depth of experience and expertise we have at our disposal here at the FSC”
Mark Castle, FSC Chief Executive
The CIEEM Medal is the institute’s highest accolade. It is awarded annually as a way of celebrating the outstanding work of ecologists and environmental managers in the UK and Ireland.