Stephen R. Madigosky

Stephen R. Madigosky is a Professor in the Departments of Environmental Science and Biology at Widener University's College of Arts and Sciences. With over two decades of research focus on tropical forests, his work examines post-disturbance ecological recovery and microclimate dynamics in the Iquitos, Peru region, while promoting sustainable development initiatives.

• EdD in Biology from Ball State University (1987)
• MSc in Natural Resource Conservation from Ball State University
• BSc in Natural Resources Conservation from University of Connecticut

Research Interests span tropical ecology, forest phenology/climatology, and sustainable development. His long-term projects include:

• Monitoring tropical forest microclimates in Peru for 20+ years
• Developing environmentally friendly 'cultivation to cup' coffee programs in Central/South America
• Studying species survival strategies in primary Amazon rainforests

Publications highlight his expertise in tropical conservation science, with a focus on environmental monitoring, sustainable development, and rainforest climatology.

Awards:

• Distinguished Professor Award (2014)
• Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching (2013)
• College of Arts and Sciences Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching (2012)

He actively engages students in field research, including annual trips to Costa Rica for hands-on conservation work, and leads urban excursions programs to New York City for ecological and cultural exploration. Madigosky's work bridges academic research with real-world applications through partnerships with coffee farmers and environmental organizations.