Sherri Emer

Sherri Emer, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). Her research focuses on organismal adaptation to environmental stimuli through physiological and behavioral mechanisms, with experience in microgravity physiology in mice and thermal imaging systems in Burmese pythons. She emphasizes animal welfare and scientific outreach, and teaches courses like ZOO 3733C Human Anatomy. Dr. Emer holds a Ph.D. and actively promotes environmental awareness through community engagement.

• Education: Ph.D. (specific field and institution not listed)

Her research interests span neurobiology, sensory biology, and endocrinology, with a focus on how organisms detect and respond to environmental changes. She has contributed to studies on vertebrate physiology across diverse taxa and maintains strong commitments to both academic rigor and public science education.

Dr. Emer is involved in teaching and outreach activities, balancing her academic work with outdoor pursuits like hiking and paddling.