John Jackson

John Jackson, Ph.D., is an Adjunct Professor of Biology at the University of Pennsylvania and an Adjunct Professor of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware. He serves as Senior Research Scientist and Principal Investigator of the Entomology Group at the Stroud Water Research Center. His research focuses on stream ecosystems, including population and evolutionary ecology of aquatic insects, biogeochemical processes, and water quality monitoring. He holds a Ph.D. in Entomology from UC Berkeley and has held roles such as Fulbright Senior Scholar and Postdoctoral Research Associate. His work bridges basic and applied science, addressing ecological management and public health implications of freshwater systems.

Education:

• Ph.D., Entomology, University of California, Berkeley
• M.S., Zoology, Arizona State University
• B.S., Biology (Honors), University of Notre Dame

Research Interests:
Dr. Jackson explores stream insect ecology, ecosystem dynamics, and water quality assessment. His studies address genetic structure of stream organisms, disturbance impacts, and organic matter dynamics, with projects in temperate and tropical streams. He emphasizes practical applications, such as informing management strategies for clean water policies and mitigating pollution risks.

Professional Contributions:
As Principal Investigator and scientist at Stroud, he leads initiatives in freshwater research and restoration. His collaborations with institutions like the University of Delaware and community scientists advance sensor-based ecological monitoring. His work highlights the need to prioritize upstream ecosystems for Clean Water Act compliance and sustainable watershed management.

Labs/Teams:
He directs the Entomology Group at Stroud, focusing on freshwater invertebrate ecology and their role in ecosystem health.