Dr Jo Howard-McCombe
RZSS WildGenes Research Scientist
Jo has a background in molecular ecology and population genomics. Her previous work includes using genetic data to study hybridisation in Scottish wildcats, investigate sand cat taxonomy and monitor critically endangered endemic reptile species. Currently Jo is working on post-translocation genetic monitoring of Nubian giraffe populations in Uganda.
Background
PhD (University of Bristol) Biological Sciences
BSc (Cardiff University) Molecular Biology
For a full list of Jo’s publications please see https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=mT1nWBsAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao
Latest News
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Blog
19/04/2024
An update from the Budongo Forest
The Budongo Conservation Field Station (BCFS) in Uganda is one of our wildlife conservation charity’s longest partnerships.
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Blog
29/03/2024
Bug’s the word
For many people the sight, or perhaps even just the thought, of bugs can be enough to make you feel a little uneasy. Invertebrates are an important part of our ecosystems but helping everyone feel the love for them can be a bit tricky.