Alan M. Roberts
Zoologist and Professor of Zoology
Born
August 24th, 1941
83 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An academic with a focus on zoology, served as a Professor at the University of Bristol. Conducted significant research in animal behavior and ecology, contributing to the understanding of various species and their interactions within ecosystems.
Served as Professor of Zoology at the University of Bristol
Conducted extensive research on animal behavior
Published numerous scientific papers in zoology and ecology
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