Dr Camilla Soravia
Researcher
Biography
Dr. Camilla Soravia is currently a Lecturer in Animal Behaviour and Welfare within the School of Natural Sciences. She is also a member of the BATMAN (BAT Monitoring via novel Assays and smart Nano-electronics) Research Team, led by Dr. Christina Stanley. Within this team, Camilla is responsible for the behavioural and acoustic monitoring of lesser horseshoe bat (Rhinolophus hipposideros) roosts. Her work aims to identify the impacts of environmental change and human activity on bat behaviour, ultimately to enhance conservation efforts.
Teaching and Supervision
Dr. Camilla Soravia contributes to the modules BI6192 (Behavioural and Evolutionary Ecology), BI7149 (Contemporary Issues in Animal Behaviour), BI6169 (Stress and Welfare Assessment in Animals) as well as NS4005 (Project Based Learning in Biosciences), NS4001 (Science of Life) and NS5008 (Behaviour and Welfare). She also supervises BSc dissertation students at the University of Chester. in her previous role at the University of Western Australia she was actively involved in teaching undergraduate courses. In addition to animal behaviour and welfare, her teaching interests include wildlife conservation and management, global climate change and biodiversity, and science communication. She particularly enjoys engaging with students, fostering an inclusive environment, and supporting their personal and professional development.
Research and Knowledge Exchange
Dr. Camilla Soravia’s research interests lie in the field of behavioural ecology. She is particularly interested in using multidisciplinary approaches to investigate animal cognition, behaviour and fitness. The aim of her research is understanding how wild animals adapt to environmental changes and human pressures and apply this knowledge to inform management and conservation decisions. She also believes in science communication and its role in fostering a stronger connection between humans and nature.