Fundamental ecological research is curiosity-driven process designed to unravel the complexity of natural world. It provides the basis for our understanding and often leads to new, exciting applications.

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Current research directions include: 

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• The molecular mechanisms behind the extreme longevity of bats

• Revealing the cryptic diversity of hipposiderid bats in India

• The social and genetic structure of the captive population of Livingstone's fruit bats (Pteropus livingstonii)

• The role of Mauritian fruit bats (Pteropus niger) and crab-eating macaques (Macaca fascicularis) in seed dispersal

• Constructing social networks for hibernating greater horseshoe bats (Rhinolophus ferrumequinum)