Barry Taylor

Barry Taylor is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at St. Francis Xavier University. He is based in the J. Bruce Brown Hall (Office 315/316) and can be reached via email at btaylor@stfx.ca or by phone at 902-867-3873/(902) 867-3748. His work focuses on aquatic and soil ecology, with an emphasis on ecosystem dynamics and restoration.

• Ph.D. in Biology, University of Calgary (1985)
• Postdoctoral Studies at Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Quebec

Barry Taylor's research spans aquatic and soil ecosystems, examining ecosystem structure and energy flow in streams and rivers, effects of disturbance, ecological restoration, decomposition, and nutrient cycling. His work bridges fundamental ecological processes with applied restoration strategies.

Barry Taylor maintains an active research profile at St. Francis Xavier University, with a focus on advancing understanding of ecological systems through field and laboratory studies. Further details about his research and biography can be found on his university website.