Staff profiles
Dr Douglas Fraser
PhD, BSc (Hon), Lond.
Phone 0114 225 2951
E-mail d.j.fraser@shu.ac.uk
Professional interests
- habitat creation and landscape rehabilitation
- habitat management
- landscape development history
- international conservation perspectives
- environmental education
- interpretation
Profile
Douglas previously worked in ecological research, with a specific interest in fungi. He has also worked for a National Park Authority, developing and providing environmental education for children and adults. This involved activities suitable for school, university and professional groups, including the EUROPARC-accredited 'English Language for Professionals' and international training courses.
He has been a self-employed, consultant landscape interpreter. His current role at Sheffield Hallam University includes extensive experience of working with international organisations, professionals and students.
Publications
Baker,S., Fraser, D. and Kostkan, V. (2006). A New Method for Assessing the Suitability of Sites for Eurasian Beaver (Castor fiber) Colonisation. Journal of Practical Ecology.
Rotherham, I.D., Spode, F. and Fraser, D. (2003). Post Coal-mining Landscapes: an under-appreciated resource for wildlife, people and heritage. In: Moore, H.M., Fox, H.R. and Elliott, S. (Eds.) (2003). Land Reclamation: Extending the Boundaries. Balkema publishers.
