Jeff Kimmons

Dr. Jeff Kimmons is an Associate Professor of Biology at Park University, located on the Parkville Campus. He holds a BA from Drury University, an MS from Missouri State University, and a PhD from the University of Arkansas. His research focuses on Anatomy and Physiology, Ecology, Ornithology, and Herpetology, with notable work on avian thermoregulation in terns and seed dispersal mechanisms involving aquatic turtles.

His professional affiliations include the Waterbird Society and the American Ornithology Society. Key research themes include foraging behavior in seabirds using stable isotope analysis and plant-animal interactions in wetland ecosystems. His articles span over a decade, with recent studies (2017) examining clutch size energetics in Common Terns and earlier work (2002–2010) exploring turtle-mediated seed dispersal for mulberry species.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed. He has advised no formally documented students in the provided texts. His affiliation with Park University's Science Hall (Office 114B) suggests active engagement in academic teaching and research activities.