About me
Diane Pavat
I was born in France and grew up surrounded by mountains in Austria and southern France, however, through my travels around the world, I developed a deep passion for the marine environment. This led me to pursue a BSc and MSc in biology and marine conservation. I also volunteer for environmental charities, channeling my dedication into making a positive impact.
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I have worked for three years as a marine ecological consultant, applying my passion to my work, while sharing my knowledge and love for nature through personal scientific illustrations.
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I am now embarking in a new journey as a PhD candidate studying southern rockhopper penguins. This new adventure will enable me to enhance my knowledge of seabirds, but will also improve my fieldwork skills and respond to the urgent need for understanding of this vulnerable species and its decline over the last few years.
So, join me as we explore the wonders of the natural world and work together towards preserving our precious ecosystems!
Experiences
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Ecological Consultant - HiDef Aerial Surveying Ltd - Oct 2021/Aug 2024
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Foreign Ambassador - University of Aberdeen Marine Society - Jun 2020/Sep 2021
Studies
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PhD Candidate - QUADRAT DTP - University of Aberdeen (UK) - Oct 2024/Mar 2028
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MSc Marine Conservation - University of Aberdeen (UK) - 2020/2021
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BSc (Licence) Biology and Life Sciences - Universite Grenoble Alpes (FR) - 2017/2020
Volunteering
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Forth Island Heritage Group Volunteer - Dec 2023 /Aug 2024
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WDC Shore-watch Volunteer - Nov 2019 /Present
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RSPB Volunteer Events Assistant - May 2021/ Apr 2022
Publications
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Pavat et al., 2023 - Aerial photogrammetry insights: assessing collision risk of black-legged kittiwake in the UK and Ireland. Poster at the Conference on Wind energy and Wildlife Impacts 2023.
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​Pavat et al., 2023 - Consideration of avoidance behaviour of northern gannet (Morus bassanus) in collision risk modelling for offshore wind farm impact assessments.
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​Harker et al., 2022 - Digital video aerial surveys of marine birds and mammals at Solway Firth Special Protection Area (SPA): February 2021.
Certificates
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T-ringing permit - In progress
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Career Mentor - May 2024
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IEMA Environmental Impact Assessment - Sep 2023
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Marine Mammal Observer - Oct 2022
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Personal Survival Techniques - May 2021