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Research interests
I am a molecular ecologist with a longstanding interest in ecology and conservation. I am particularly interested in using molecular methods to study topics such as phylogeography, invasive species, the connection between genetic diversity and fitness, as well as adaptive genetic variation and how selection shapes genetic diversity. My current research focusses on using environmental DNA to detect rare species, as well as understanding introduction routes of invasive species.
Approach to teaching
I believe students learn best when student centered approaches are used and I aim to incorporate inquiry based and cooperative learning into my teaching wherever possible. In my lectures I try to guide students through relevant topics, with the expectation that they will engage with the material at a deeper level outside of the classroom. To facilitate this I provide guided reading as well as online resources. I engage students during lectures by asking questions, giving room for discussions as well as group work. I also incorporate practical sessions wherever possible, to give students hands on experience and an opportunity to immerse themselves in inquiry-based learning.
Supervisory Interests
I am happy to supervise projects in the area of molecular ecology as well as amphibian ecology and conservation. I am particularly interested in phylogeography and species distribution, invasive species and the application of eDNA methods to conservation.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Molecular Ecology of North European Water Frogs, University of Sussex
1997 → 2001
Award Date: 1 Mar 2001
Bachelor, BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation (1st class), University of Sussex
1994 → 1997
Award Date: 1 Jul 1997
Keywords
- QH301 Biology
- Molecular Ecology
- Ecology
- Amphibians
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Projects
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Reintroduction of northern clade pool frogs (Pelophylax lessonae) to the UK
Zeisset, I. (PI)
1/01/14 → 31/12/18
Project: Research
Research output
- 18 Article
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Comparisons of image-matching software when identifying pool frog (Pelophylax lessonae) individuals from a reintroduced population
Dawson, J., Panter, C. T. & Zeisset, I., 31 Jan 2021, In: Herpetological Journal. 31, 1, p. 55-59 5 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A reassessment of the biogeographic range of northern clade pool frogs (Pelophylax lessonae)
Zeisset, I. & Hoogesteger, T., 2 Apr 2018, In: Herpetological Journal. 28, p. 63-72 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Drift Rather than Selection Dominates MHC Class II Allelic Diversity Patterns at the Biogeographical Range Scale in Natterjack Toads Bufo calamita
Zeisset, I. & Beebee, T. J. C., 17 Jun 2014, In: PLoS ONE. 9, 6, p. 1-12 e100176.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Bufo MHC class II loci with conserved introns flanking exon 2: cross-species amplification with common primers
Zeisset, I. & Beebee, T. J. C., 1 Mar 2013, In: Conservation Genetics Resources. 5, 1Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Donor population size rather than local adaptation can be a key determinant of amphibian translocation success
Zeisset, I. & Beebee, T. J. C., 1 Jun 2013, In: Animal Conservation. 16, 3, p. 359-366 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review