Dr Daniel Forman

Research Highlights

1. Lucas, A., Bodger, O., Brosi, B., Ford, C., Forman, D., Greig, C., Hegarty, M., Jones, L., Neyland, P., & Vere, N. (2018). Floral resource partitioning by individuals within generalised hoverfly pollination networks revealed by DNA metabarcoding. Scientific Reports, 8(1)

   https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-018-23103-0, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa39495

   http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/s41598-018-23103-0
2. Allen, S., Greig, C., Rowson, B., Gasser, R., Jabbar, A., Morelli, S., Morgan, E., Wood, M., & Forman, D. (2020). DNA Footprints: Using Parasites to Detect Elusive Animals, Proof of Principle in Hedgehogs. Animals, 10(8), 1420

   https://doi.org/10.3390/ani10081420, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56265
3. Cooke, J., Araya, Y., Bacon, K., Bagniewska, J., Batty, L., Bishop, T., Burns, M., Charalambous, M., Daversa, D., Dougherty, L., Dyson, M., Fisher, A., Forman, D., Garcia, C., Harney, E., Hesselberg, T., John, E., Knell, R., Maseyk, K...., & Lewis, Z. (2021). Teaching and learning in ecology: a horizon scan of emerging challenges and solutions. Oikos, 130(1), 15-28.

   https://doi.org/10.1111/oik.07847, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56264
4. ROBERTS, L., TAYLOR, J., GOUGH, P., FORMAN, D., GARCIA de LEANIZ, C., Garcia De Leaniz, C., & Forman, D. (2009). Night stocking facilitates nocturnal migration of hatchery-reared Atlantic salmon,Salmo salar, smolts. Fisheries Management and Ecology, 16(1), 10-13.

   https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2400.2008.00611.x, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa7571
5. Shepard, E., Wilson, R., Quintana, F., Laich, A., Forman, D., Wilson, R., Forman, D., & Shepard, E. (2009). Pushed for time or saving on fuel: fine-scale energy budgets shed light on currencies in a diving bird. Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 276(1670), 3149

   https://doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2009.0683, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa8130

All Research

• The functionality of Eurasion Otters (Lutra lutra) as top-down predators in marine ecosystems (current)

  MRes

• Top-down effects of Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra) diet on the trophic functionality of freshwater systems in the UK & Ireland (current)

  MRes

• Stakeholders' perception of landscape fire in the Brecon Beacons, South Wales. (awarded 2023)

  MSc

  Other supervisor: Prof Stefan Doerr

• BIO114 Animal Diversity and Behaviour

  This 20 credit module is divided into two sections and broadly introduces students to the diversity of animal groups, and the study of animal behaviour. The first 12 lectures will consider the taxonomy and physiology of organisms within the animal kingdom, and will provide students with a broad understanding of all animal life, from single celled protozoa through to megafauna such as the blue whale and concluding with human evolution. The following 10 lectures will consider the evolutionary pressures that drive animal behaviour and give rise to the behavioural adaptations witnessed across the animal kingdom today, from learning and cultural transmission, to anti-predatory mechanisms and migration. The section is concluded with a lecture on human behaviour, determining how we are influenced by the same set of natural regulations that govern our wild counterparts. During this module, students will develop their understanding of animal classification, interrelationships and evolution, and will gain valuable practical experience of animal biology. A sister module, BIO114C, will provide the same content but delivered via the medium of Welsh.

• BIO249 Introduction to field ecology

  This field course comprises practical work employing ecological techniques appropriate to sample biodiversity and environmental parameters from a range of terrestrial and freshwater habitats (freshwater systems, woodlands, sand dunes). You will learn techniques for the identification of species, practice recording accurate field notes, and gain experience in the analysis and presentation of ecological data. Furthermore, you will be able to recognise different British temperate wildlife, habitats and indicator species associated with them. This five-day course will be residential and delivered in Stackpole National Trust Field centre in September.

• BIO316 Mammalian Carnivore Ecology and Conservation

  This course aims to explore the ecology and conservation of one of the most fascinating and iconic groups of extant animals. The charismatic appeal of most mammalian carnivores often overshadows their evolutionary significance and ecological importance. The course covers a wide variety of topics including predator-prey ecology, evolution of the modern mammalian carnivores, social and foraging behaviours, and disease. The module will also discuss the threats currently facing this group, and the global and local strategies that are attempting to halt the decline of many species.

• BIO328 Epidemiology of zoonotic diseases

  The purpose of this module is to provide the learner with a detailed understanding and overview of notable infectious diseases with an emphasis on zoonoses. Diseases covered in this module may include Lyme disease,Toxoplasmosis, influenza, echinococcosis/Hydatid, Bovine spongiform encephalopathy, Cryptosporidiosis and Rabies. Case studies will be used to illustrate key principles of disease epidemiology, pathogen detection,surveillance, risk assessment and control strategies in an applied context. This module would be of particular interest and utility for those learners who wish to pursue a career / further research in parasitological, medical and veterinary subjects

• BIO331 Professional skills in conservation

  This field based module will introduce students to the professional techniques utilised to monitor and study animals and plants in a variety of terrestrial habitat types and in relation to conservation management and biodiversity monitoring in the United Kingdom. The course places a strong emphasis on ecological census techniques and basic classification and taxonomy. Students will develop key techniques relevant to the environmental sector including Protected Species (specifically birds, amphibians, mammals, reptiles and plants), River and Phase 1 habitat surveys and Environmental Impact Assessment. Students will also learn about the biotic and abiotic factors that define different UK habitats and be introduced to the natural history of Wales. A focus is on developing key transferable skills that enhance employability such as problem solving, data analysis, report writing, evaluation, communication and teamwork.This module is therefore suitable for students wishing to pursue a career in ecological consultancy or conservation.

• BIOM32 Ecosystems: Ecology, Conservation & Resource Management

  In this module, the students will learn to identify and understand the diversity and contrasting characteristics of terrestrial ecosystems with an emphasis on the origin and effects of various human-induced environmental impacts.

• CH-012 Foundational Scientific Skills

  This module is designed to develop the core analytical skills of foundation year students in Biosciences, Chemistry and Geography The module focuses on the elements of data analysis and scientific communication, drawing to together these important skills to develop a critical approach to learning in science. Students will be guided through the process of researching and writing a literature review on a pertinent topic in their subject. Workshops will focus on the different stages of research and writing and will be supported in developing these skills through group activities and short weekly tests. Students will also develop their literature review topic into a scientific poster - a valuable skills for future academic study. In the second part of this module, students continue to develop analytical skills through the introduction of experimental design and hypothesis testing as well as some of the key methods of presenting and analysing data. All coursework will be submitted electronically via TURNITIN to ensure compliance with the University's policies on plagiarism.

• Senior Academic Mentor, Department of Biosciences, Swansea University.

  2017 - Present

• The College Link Tutor, Department of Biosciences, Swansea University.

  2014 - Present

• Employability Officer, Department of Biosciences, Swansea University.

  2015 - Present

• Disability Link Officer, Department of Biosciences, Swansea University.

  2015 - Present

• Ethics Committee Member, Department of Biosciences, Swansea University.

  2012 - Present

• ATHENA Committee Member, Department of Biosciences, Swansea University.

  2015 - Present

• Conservation Ecology Society (academic lead), Department of Biosciences, Swansea University

  2014 - Present

• Ethics Committee member, College of Science, Swansea University

  2014 - Present

• ATHENA committee member, College of Science, Swansea University

  2013 - Present

• Marketing and Recruitment Committee member, College of Science, Swansea University

  2011 - Present

• Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Body Committee member, Swansea University

  2010 - Present

• Swansea Employment Academy Placement Committee member, Swansea University

  2015 - Present

• Swansea Academy of Inclusive Learning Management Board member, Swansea University

  2016 - Present

• Staff supporting students with disability working group (chair), Swansea University

  2015 - Present

• Placements and inclusivity task and finish group (chair), Swansea University

  2016 - Present

• Biodiversity Steering Group member, Swansea University

  2012 - Present

• The College Progression Board (member), Swansea University

  2014 - Present

• The College Link Tutor group member, Swansea University

  2015 - Present

• Co-secretary, Special Interest Group, British Ecological Society Teaching and Learning

  2016 - Present

• Academic member, Great Britain Non Native Species Secretariat

  2013 - Present

• Ambassador, Science Technology Engineering and Medicine

  2014 - Present

• Academic member, Toxoplasma Reference Unit Ethics Board

  2013 - Present

• Trustee, British Wildlife Rehabilitation Council

  2015 - Present

• Academic member, Wales Roads and Wildlife Working Group

  2011 - Present

• Academic member, Welsh Biodiversity Partnership Evidence Gaps Project

  2012 - Present

• Welsh Representative, Careers and Training Committee, British Ecological Society

  2014 - Present

• Academic member, Wildlife Trust Swansea Group Committee

  2015 - Present