Dave Genney

Dave Genney is a highly experienced professional in the field of ecology and mycology, currently serving as the Protected Areas and Surveillance Manager at NatureScot since January 2006, where responsibilities include providing expert advice on bryophyte, lichen, and fungal ecology to various stakeholders, including government departments and land managers. Additionally, Dave holds a position as a Research Associate at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, collaborating on projects related to bryophyte monitoring, lichen taxonomy, and conservation strategies. Previous roles include a post-doctoral researcher at the Macaulay Land Use Research Institute, studying the distribution of ectomycorrhizal fungi, and at the University of Aberdeen, investigating the degradation of organic pollutants by fungi. Dave completed a Ph.D. in Plant and Soil Science at the University of Aberdeen and holds a B.Sc. in Ecology, Conservation, and the Environment from the University of York.