Dr James Stockdale

Teaching and scholarship

Teaching

My teaching goal is to help each student develop themselves; whether with specific analytical, technical, creative, communication, or group management skills; or in growing passionate dedication to their next career step. The complex problems presented by the study of ecology are an exciting challenge – both theoretically and practically – and offer the opportunity to learn about the causes, impacts and innovative solutions of some of the most important global challenges that society faces.

Tutorials

Tutorials provide a unique learning experience for students so be prepared for active participation! Whether focusing on (i) key issues of Biogeochemistry and Global Change Ecology, or (ii) on the challenges and benefits of the successful communication and translation of science in the ‘real world’; this opportunity for self-directed group study will extend you across a range of disciplines, sectors, and skills.

Projects

My projects reflect my own research interests in understanding the Biogeochemical cycles of natural-, managed-, and agri-ecosystems. Whilst being a key consideration of our attempts to manage the growing climate emergency, the study of greenhouse gas emissions improve the understanding of terrestrial ecosystem function, including ecological interactions between plant and soil communities, and their dynamic environment.

My projects also reflect my professional interests in how science is effectively communicated to non-scientific stakeholders, with specific reference to the global challenges of Environmental Sustainability and Food Security. These marvellously broad areas of research include the need to discuss aspects of environmental, economic and social sustainability across the private, public, and voluntary sectors.