Elliott L. Hazen

Elliott L. Hazen is a Research Adjunct Professor at Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment, affiliated with the Marine Science & Conservation Division. His expertise focuses on marine predator ecology in the open ocean, including the study of marine mammals, fish, sea turtles, and seabirds. He investigates how environmental characteristics influence habitat use and foraging behavior in marine ecosystems.

Education includes a PhD in Ecology from Duke University (2008), an MSc from the University of Washington (2003), and a BS in Biology (Cum Laude) from Duke University (2000). His research spans oceans, endangered/threatened species, fisheries policy, and oceanography, contributing to marine conservation and fisheries management strategies.

Hazen is associated with Duke Marine Lab and Grainger Hall, Durham, NC. Though no specific articles, awards, or grants are detailed, his work emphasizes bridging ecological research with applied marine conservation challenges.