MEREDITH S. PALMER

Wildlife ecologist and conservation technologist with 10+ years of applied experience across academic, governmental, NGO, and private sectors.
Specializing in leveraging biodiversity sensors, remote monitoring tools, and other conservation technologies to design data-driven strategies that protect species and restore ecosystems.
Dedicated to ensuring conservation technologies are safe, accessible, and ethical, while building scientific and technical capacity in marginalized regions.
Leads equity and inclusion initiatives in STEM, developing capacity-building programs for women and underrepresented groups in conservation; serves on the board of Field Inclusive, advocating for safe and inclusive scientific spaces.
Proven track record of designing and implementing technological solutions in challenging environments, bridging science, technology, and practice to address urgent conservation challenges.

Currently based at the Yale University Center for Biodiversity & Global Change, with a focus on integrating ecological data with cutting-edge technologies to advance global biodiversity research and conservation solutions.
Formerly conservation technology team lead at Fauna & Flora International, responsible for building a team of specialists, developing global partnerships, and droving innovation across a diverse conservation portfolio.
Academic background includes a PhD and postdoctoral research applying in-situ, animal-borne, and remote sensing technologies to study animal behavior and ecosystem restoration, with a focus on large carnivores across Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Meredith S. Palmerconservation, education, innovation