Ian O'Connor

Ian O'Connor is a Professor and Head of the Department of Natural Resources & The Environment at Atlantic Technological University's College of Science and Engineering. As Principal Investigator for the Marine and Freshwater Research Centre (MFRC), he leads cutting-edge research in marine ecosystems and environmental conservation.

• Marine Biology
• Environmental Science
• Microbiology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Sustainable Development

O'Connor's research focuses on marine and freshwater ecosystems, with recent work spanning baleen whale distribution modeling, microplastics pollution pathways, pathogen detection in wildlife, and drone-based environmental monitoring. His studies address critical aspects of aquatic conservation, including Cetacea, microbiome analysis, and biosecurity.

Key article trends show strong emphasis on Environmental Science (78%), Marine Biology (65%), Microbiology (40%), and Wildlife Health (30%).

As head of department, O'Connor oversees academic operations and mentors researchers within the Marine and Freshwater Research Centre, which focuses on sustainable aquatic resource management and biodiversity preservation.