Jonathan Koch

Jonathan Koch is an Adjunct Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Utah State University. His appointment is through the USDA, reflecting a collaborative research role focused on pollinator health and conservation.

Research Interests

• Population Genetics: investigating genetic diversity and structure of wild bee populations.
• Bee Evolutionary Ecology: understanding ecological and evolutionary drivers shaping bee communities.
• Bumble Bee Biology: studying life-history, behavior, and physiology of Bombus species.
• Bumble Bee Management & Conservation: developing evidence-based strategies to protect declining bumble bee species.
• Pollination Ecology: assessing the role of bees in natural and agricultural ecosystems.

His work integrates field surveys, molecular tools, and ecological modeling to inform conservation policy and sustainable agricultural practices. No publications, awards, or advisees are listed in the provided material.