Hi, I’m Alison! πŸ‘‹πŸ˜„

Kimmeridge Bay by ATC πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» πŸͺΈ I am a palaeoecologist at the University of Southampton, primarily interested in applying quantitative palaeoecology approaches to conservation palaeobiology questions.

🌍 I am currently an independent 1851 Research Fellow working on a research programme that aims at understanding the impacts of ecosystem engineers on ecological and evolutionary dynamics during the Phaneroozic.

πŸ’‘ I like applying new, creative approaches! At the moment, I am excited to be working on spatial analyses, Earth systems modelling, and ecological simulations.

πŸ‘­ I am always keen to expand my research network and group at Southampton. If you would like to collaborate, or if you are a student interested working together, please reach out!

Highlights

Join us on November 13th for the 4th Early Career Research Symposium of the International Fosil Coral and Reef Society (virtual meeting)!

Read our new paper on β€˜Earth system engineering’ and ecosystem engineering in deep time

Check out our preprint on the effects of ecosystem engineers on Phanerozoic biodiversity

Keep an eye on Life and Planet 2026 info and check out the 2025 programme!