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BSc MBA PhD
Richard is Professor of Zoology at the School of Biological Sciences, University of Bristol.
Research focuses on the ecology, behaviour and control of arthropod parasites and disease vectors. Awarded the prestigious WAAVP/Bayer Prize for Excellence in Research in Veterinary Parasitology in 2013.

Nominations are open for the 2026 ESCCAP UK & Ireland Parasite Control Champion of the Year Award.
Click here for further details. Nominations close on 18th September 2026.
The award will be presented on Thursday 19th November 2026 at the London Vet Show.