Ian MacGregor‐Fors
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Ian MacGregor‐Fors is a leading urban ecologist whose research bridges the intersection of biodiversity, human-dominated landscapes, and emerging technologies. His work fundamentally advances our understanding of how cities can support wildlife, with a particular focus on bird communities and ecological responses to urbanization. A standout contribution is his highly influential paper, "A global horizon scan of the future impacts of robotics and autonomous systems on urban ecosystems" (2021, 87 citations), which pioneered a forward-looking framework for anticipating how autonomous technologies will reshape urban biodiversity and ecosystem services. This work has become a cornerstone for researchers exploring the ecological consequences of smart city development. Beyond this, MacGregor‐Fors has authored numerous studies on avian ecology in Neotropical cities, documenting how habitat structure, green spaces, and human activity shape species richness and community composition. His research is characterized by its global perspective, integrating field data with predictive models to inform conservation planning in rapidly urbanizing regions. With a career marked by interdisciplinary collaboration and a commitment to translating ecological science into actionable urban design principles, MacGregor‐Fors continues to influence how we build cities that are both sustainable and biodiverse.
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