Simon Pearish

Simon Pearish is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Norwich University's College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois, Urbana, and undergraduate degrees in Biology and Psychology from Indiana University. His research integrates behavioral ecology and environmental solutions, focusing on fish personality evolution and eutrophication mitigation.

Research interests include:

• Evolutionary ecology of animal personality (especially in stickleback fish)
• Design and impact of treatment wetlands for improving freshwater quality
• Ecological restoration of lakes and rivers, notably Vermont's Dog River ecosystem

Pearish actively involves undergraduates in field/lab research and employs technology-enhanced teaching methods (e.g., Moodle, real-time response systems) to foster experiential learning. He collaborates with conservation coalitions to address regional water-quality challenges.