FCC - Key Persons


Gail C. Thomson

Job Titles:
  • Co - Director
  • Scientist
Gail is a conservation scientist who focuses on carnivore conservation and human-wildlife conflict who has a passion for creating public awareness of conservation through her popular writings. Graduated with a B.Sc. and B.Sc. (Hons) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Zoology and Botany, M.Sc. from Nelson Mandela University in Conservation Biology.

Robert Thomson

Job Titles:
  • Co - Director
  • Conservation Technician
Rob is a conservation technician who focuses on applying technology to conservation research and communication. Graduated with a B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. from the University of Kent in Canterbury (UK) in Astrophysics, and a P.Dip. from the University of Oxford (UK) in International Conservation Studies. Eleven years of field experience in Namibia, Botswana and South Africa working on wildlife monitoring, reserve management and data management. Author of a paper on Camera Trap Software Development published in the African Journal of Ecology. Rob's data management solutions are designed to improve consistency in data collection and recording processes, and ensure data reliability. His website designs are up to date with the latest Search Engine and Social Media functions, responsive to different screen sizes, yet remain quick to load and light on data usage - ideal for African audiences. With extensive experience in applying technological solutions in the field (including camera trapping, satellite collars, CyberTracker applications), he understands the specific technology needs of conservation researchers and practitioners.