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Professor of Marine Zoology

Professor John Spicer is a marine zoologist at the University’s Marine Institute with expertise in ecophysiology.

His research interests focus on the innermost workings of marine organisms in a quest to understand how the work and evolve in the wild, and how they adapt to climate change.

An eminent scientist renowned for his expertise in ocean acidification and hypoxia, he has contributed a substantial wealth of knowledge to the field over three decades, resulting in over 180 research papers, multiple academic books, writing for popular culture, and advising national and international policymakers.

Professional memberships

Member of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom

Member of the Scottish Association for Marine Science

Member of the Society of Experimental Biology

member of Christians in Science, UK

Teaching interests

MBIO162 Biodiversity (Co-ordinator) (1st year module, 200+ students)

MBIO228 Experimental Marine Biology Field Course (2nd year module, 50+ students)

MBIO329 Marine Biology: An evolutionary approach (Co-ordinator) (3rd year module 50+ students)

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
  • SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action
  • SDG 14 - Life Below Water
  • SDG 15 - Life on Land
  • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

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