Adam A. Pack

Dr. Adam A. Pack is a Full Professor at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo with a joint appointment in the Departments of Psychology and Biology. He chairs the Psychology Department, contributes to the Master of Science Degree Program in Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science, and co-created the LOHE Bioacoustics Laboratory. He has led the Pack Marine Mammal Laboratory since 2008 and served as former chair of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Advisory Council.

• Current research focuses on marine mammal behavioral ecology, cognition, and bioacoustics
• Over 30 years studying dolphin perception, whale social systems, and conservation
• Collaborations with NOAA, Pacific Whale Foundation, and Wild Dolphin Project

Research Trends include:

• Humpback whale communication, mating systems, and habitat use
• Dolphin cognitive abilities, echolocation, and social behavior
• Conservation strategies for marine mammals
• Acoustic tagging and videogrammetry techniques

Scientific Awards:

• 2017 University of Hawaii Board of Regents Award for Excellence in Teaching
• 2008 Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii 15-year Service Award
• 1999 APA Division 6 F.A. Beach Comparative Psychology Award

Advising and Grants show mentorship of graduate students in multiple institutions. Notable grants include ONR and NOAA funding for whale endocrine studies and collision mitigation.

Labs: Founded the Pack Marine Mammal Laboratory at UH Hilo, contributing to bioacoustics research infrastructure.