Mrs. Joanna Savage

I am a Project Coordinator for the UKEOF (Environmental Observation Framework), and I am also involved in a variety of projects aiming to: i.) identify the drivers of biodiversity declines in grassland and agri-environment systems and, ii.) deliver knowledge-based solutions to halt or reverse these declines.

At present, I am mainly involved with the ASSIST Project (Achieving Sustainable Agricultuiral Systems). Prior to this, I mainly worked on the Wessex-BESS (Biodiversity and Ecosystem Service Sustainability) project, (2011-2017), investigating the links between biodiversity and ecosystem services in agricultural landscapes.

My role requires expertise in plant and invertebrate identification, taking green-house gas measurements, performing statistical analysis, and report writing. In addition to this, I have a good grounding in a range of molecular techniques, including PCR, DNA plasmid preparation, and protein purification. Within the UKEOF, I assist with the setting up and running of meetings, and coordinate numerous activities across a protfolio of projects. I am also experienced in researching and reviewing ecological literature and legislation for both academic and public audiences.