The mission of the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (known as the WildCRU) is to achieve practical solutions to conservation problems. We do this through original scientific research of the highest calibre. Vitally, we also train committed conservation scientists to conduct research, and to put scientific knowledge into practice. We participate in the implementation of many conservation projects and embrace the need to educate and involve a wider public to achieve lasting solutions.

Since 1986 WildCRU has grown to become renowned worldwide. Our success is reflected in a range of achievements but most importantly, our work has made a difference. It has and will continue to help to solve problems for the benefit of wildlife, the environment and mankind.

Today, we are sited at Tubney House, but remain part of Oxford University's Zoology Department, with close college links to Lady Margaret Hall and to the University's Field Centre at Wytham.

Research Summary

WildCRU has contributed exciting results to some of the most topical areas of research in modern animal biology. Our cross-cutting research encompasses the fields of animal behaviour, ecology, physiology, biochemistry, parasitology, epidemiology and genetics, coupled with a strong thrust in social sciences including public health, environmental economics and development.

Latest News Stories

- Kaplan Senior Research Fellowship available at WildCRU and Pembroke College
- Kaplan Prize Scholarship for a doctoral student in felid biology at WildCRU available
- WildCRU members in the BBC's Saving the Planet Earth Season
- BBC Wildlife magazine places David Macdonald amongst the top ten UK Conservationists
- WildCRU members take home Whitley awards
- WildCRU director wins both American and British Mammal Society medals