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Jörg Bohlmann is a Professor in the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences at the University of British Columbia , affiliated with the Michael Smith Laboratories, Botany Department (Faculty of Science), and Wine Research Centre. His research spans genomics, biochemistry, and chemical ecology of plant specialized metabolism, focusing on terpenoids and phenolics for applications in forest health and bioproducts. Research Streams : Plant defense against insects/pathogens, metabolic engineering of bioproducts, forest genomics, and molecular evolution of terpenoid pathways. Collaborations : National and international partnerships with academia, government, and biotech industries. Recent Publications highlight genomic insights into Western Redcedar (2023), including its low genetic diversity and adaptation mechanisms despite self-fertilization. Earlier work (2001–2022) covers conifer defense systems, Arabidopsis terpenoid pathways, cannabis flavor genetics, and mass spectrometry infrastructure. Scientific Awards include: NSERC E.W.R. Steacie Fellow (2015), Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2015), Feodor Lynen Postdoctoral Fellowship (1995–1998), and Distinguished University Scholar (UBC). Funding Sources : NSERC (Discovery/Strategic grants), CFI, Genome Canada/BC, provincial/federal agencies. Labs & Facilities : Michael Smith Laboratories (UBC), National Centre of Excellence, Forest Sciences Centre, and a dedicated mass spectrometry lab for metabolite analysis.

• Plant Defense Mechanisms
• Terpenoid Biochemistry
• Forestry Genomics
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Dr. Yunfei Jiang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant, Food, and Environmental Sciences at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Agriculture. Her research focuses on improving crop resilience to climate change and sustainable agronomic practices in Atlantic Canada, with expertise in agronomy, crop physiology, and environmental stress responses. She holds a Ph.D. in Plant Science from the University of Saskatchewan (2017), an M.Sc. from Dalhousie University (2013), and a B.Sc. in Horticulture from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (2010). Her research includes evaluating enhanced efficiency fertilizers, biochar, and intercropping systems to enhance soil health and crop yields. She teaches courses such as AGRN2001 (Cereal-Based Cropping Systems) and PLSC2001 (Plant Propagation Techniques). Funding and awards details, along with her graduate students' projects, are available on her lab website at jiangdal.ca . Dr. Jiang is affiliated with professional organizations including the Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists and the American Society of Agronomy. Her lab, the Agronomy and Crop Physiology (ACP) Lab, emphasizes sustainable agriculture and crop adaptation to environmental challenges. Contact her via email at yunfei.jiang@dal.ca or visit her lab's address: PO Box 550, Truro, NS B2N 5E3.

• Agronomy
• Crop Physiology
• Plant Response to Environmental Stress
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Gregory Paradis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Forest Resources Management at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Forestry. His research focuses on sustainable forest management, integrating operations research, mathematical optimization, and systems modeling to address complex interactions between ecosystems, industries, and society. He works with the FRESH Lab and collaborates with the Integrated Remote Sensing Studio, emphasizing ecological and economic integration in forest planning. Sustainable Forest Management Operations Research Forest Economics Data Science Risk Assessment GIS-based Methods His research spans forest inventory optimization, climate change adaptation strategies, wildfire risk modeling, and decision support systems for invasive species. He develops computational frameworks to enhance wood supply planning, carbon management, and ecological resilience. Recent work includes machine learning applications for fire safety in timber structures and automated road planning tools for wildlife conservation. Paradis’s publications highlight trends in applying optimization methods to sustainable forestry, with a focus on biodiversity, climate adaptation, and value chain innovation. He advocates for interdisciplinary approaches that bridge silviculture, industrial engineering, and data science to tackle emerging challenges in forest ecosystems. As an educator, he seeks motivated students with quantitative and creative problem-solving skills. His lab collaborates on remote sensing integration, risk assessment models, and policy-relevant forest management strategies, ensuring plans account for uncertainties like insect infestations or windthrow events.

• Sustainable Forest Management
• Operations Research
• Forest Economics
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Robert Barclay is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary, Faculty of Science. He holds a PhD (Carleton University, 1981), MSc (Carleton University, 1978), and BSc (Trent University, 1976). His research focuses on the behavioral and physiological ecology of mammals and birds, particularly bats, investigating roosting behavior, thermoregulation, and responses to environmental disturbances like wind energy, urbanization, and wildfires. He has contributed to understanding bat migration, torpor physiology, and conservation challenges. Key awards include the Order of the University of Calgary (2024), Faculty of Science Excellence in Research Award (2021), and multiple teaching awards. His work spans bat-habitat interactions, climate impacts, and wildlife management. Retired since 2021, he no longer advises students but retains a legacy of influential research and mentorship. Education: PhD Biological Sciences, Carleton University, 1981 MSc Biological Sciences, Carleton University, 1978 BSc Biological Sciences, Trent University, 1976 Research highlights include studies on bat responses to wind turbines, urbanization effects on prairie bats, and Yukon bat ecology. His publications address topics like bat diet, roost selection, and population dynamics. Collaborative projects include investigating bat fatalities at wind facilities and the impact of forest disturbances on bat communities.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Physiological Ecology
• Conservation Biology
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Elizabeth Clare is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at York University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on developing novel technologies to monitor biodiversity and assess ecosystem responses to environmental change, particularly using environmental DNA (eDNA). She pioneered airborne DNA sampling to study terrestrial biodiversity at continental scales and has contributed to BIOSCAN, a global biodiversity program. Research Themes: Biodiversity monitoring, species interactions, environmental change resilience, bat biology, tropical ecosystems. Technological Innovations: Airborne eDNA, iDNA from leeches, and mobile lab sequencing in remote locations. Her work has been featured in Science , Nature , and media outlets like Wired and NPR . She teaches courses in evolution, ecology, and conservation biology, emphasizing critical thinking and applied research. Recent grants include NSERC and Genome Canada funding for airborne DNA projects. Clare collaborates globally, with fieldwork in Belize, South America, and Southeast Asia. Her lab's 'airDNA' technology has revolutionized biodiversity surveys, leveraging existing air-quality networks for ecological insights. She advises students on projects like urban bat ecology and BIOSCAN applications. Awards include election to the Royal Society of Canada (2023) and recognition for teaching innovations like the BioAudio podcast. Her lab also develops open-access tools, such as 3D-printable eDNA filters.

• Environmental DNA
• Biodiversity Monitoring
• Response of Species to Habitat Change
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Katie Marshall is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on the physiological and ecological mechanisms underlying species’ survival in cold environments, particularly in intertidal invertebrates and forest pest insects. She explores how low-temperature adaptation affects population growth and geographic range limits, aiming to predict climate change impacts on species distributions. Dr. Marshall is affiliated with the Biodiversity Research Centre and the Comparative Physiology Group, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration in ecology and evolutionary biology. Her work integrates biological and environmental disciplines, combining molecular studies with ecological observations. For instance, she investigates ice-binding proteins in marine invertebrates and metabolic adaptations in insects and mussels exposed to freezing conditions. She also utilizes advanced technologies like machine learning and DNA metabarcoding for species classification and ecosystem monitoring. Dr. Marshall’s research addresses key questions about why species have specific geographic ranges and how they might respond to environmental changes. Recent studies highlight themes such as the evolutionary origins of cold tolerance, the effects of temperature fluctuations on insect survival, and the interplay between climate variables and organismal physiology. She emphasizes understanding functional traits and eco-evolutionary dynamics to improve predictive models for species range shifts and ecosystem management. Though no specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided texts, her contributions to biodiversity and physiological ecology are evident through her active research and lab leadership. The Marshall Lab collaborates broadly within the Zoology Department and across UBC’s Biodiversity Research Centre to advance knowledge in these critical areas.

• Environmental Change
• Marine Biodiversity
• Population Ecology
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Tyler J. Avis is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University, Ottawa, since 2020. His research focuses on food and plant microbiology, emphasizing alternatives to synthetic chemicals for microbial control to enhance food security and environmental sustainability. The Avis Lab employs a multidisciplinary approach integrating microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and genomics to address microbial spoilage and plant pathology. Education: Ph.D. from Université Laval, Québec (2001). Professional Background: Associate Professor (2012-2020), Assistant Professor (2008-2012), Research Associate at Université Laval (2006-2008), and industrial roles including Director of Operations at AZYMax (2002-2005). Research interests involve using beneficial microorganisms, microbial/plant extracts, and natural antimicrobial compounds to replace synthetic chemicals. This work addresses health/environmental risks and antimicrobial resistance. Recent publications highlight studies on lipopeptide mechanisms, compost tea applications, and fungal membrane interactions. The Avis Lab's multidisciplinary approach spans basic microbiology, lipid chemistry, and molecular biology. Their work bridges agricultural sustainability and biochemical innovation, with applications in crop protection and food storage.

• Food Microbiology
• Plant Pathology
• Biological Control Agents
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Dr. Peter Arcese is the FRBC Chair of Applied Conservation Biology and co-Director of the Centre for Applied Conservation Research in the Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on ecology and evolution of small populations, conservation biology, and human impacts on ecosystems. He has led long-term studies on song sparrows and other species, emphasizing population genetics, inbreeding effects, and invasive species management. With over 100 publications and 28 graduate students, his work bridges theoretical and applied conservation, addressing biodiversity loss and reserve design. Education: PhD in Zoology (UBC), postdoctoral work in Tanzania. Awards include NSF Young Investigator Award and Fellowship in the American Ornithologists Union. Active in global conservation initiatives, including Andean bear conservation and Garry Oak ecosystem restoration. His lab develops tools like the prioritizr R package for conservation prioritization. Key contributions include documenting human-driven ecosystem changes, designing nature reserves, and guiding policy through empirical research. Collaborations span institutions like The Nature Trust of BC and international conservation groups. Current projects address climate adaptation, genetic rescue in small populations, and urban biodiversity challenges.

• Conservation Biology
• Population Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
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Dr. Jonathan Davies is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Forestry, with dual affiliations in the Department of Botany and Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences. His research focuses on phylogenetic ecology, integrating evolutionary biology with ecological systems to address biodiversity conservation and climate change challenges. Academic Rank: Associate Professor Departments: Botany; Forest and Conservation Sciences Research Center: Biodiversity Research Center Email: j.davies@ubc.ca Research Interests : At the intersection of ecology and evolution, Davies' work explores phylogenetic approaches to conservation science, climate change biology, and disease ecology. His lab investigates: Climate change impacts on biodiversity and disease emergence Phylogenetic dilution effects in forest pest dynamics Evolutionary patterns in plant-herbivore interactions Statistical methods for phylogenetic analysis Global biodiversity patterns and diversification rates Eco-phylogenetics of protected area effectiveness

• Phylogenetic Ecology
• Applied Conservation Science
• Ecosystems and Climate Change
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Debra Davidson is a Professor in the Department of Resource Economics & Environmental Sociology at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. Her research focuses on climate change impacts, environmental equity, energy transitions, and natural resource governance. She co-leads a SSHRC-funded project on impact assessment reform ($652,000, 2020-2023), addressing Indigenous sovereignty, knowledge integration, and climate impacts in Canadian policy processes. Her teaching includes R SOC 271 (Politics of Food/Natural Resources) and R SOC 558 (Sociology of Environmental Risk). Recent interdisciplinary research projects include genomic-assisted tree breeding in Alberta forests and climate change mitigation in agricultural sectors. Davidson's work bridges social sciences and environmental policy, emphasizing reflexive governance, risk communication, and justice-centered approaches. She has published widely on fossil fuel politics, fracking impacts, and the sociological dimensions of climate adaptation, with over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2014.

• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
• Environmental Equity and Justice
• Energy and Food Systems Transitions
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Francis Yeh is a Research Professor at the University of Alberta, specializing in tree improvement, quantitative and population genetics, and forest conservation. His work integrates theoretical and empirical approaches to understand genetic diversity maintenance and evolutionary mechanisms in plant populations. Research Interests: His research focuses on comparative genomics, genetic improvement, and conservation genetics. He explores how genetic variation influences traits like growth, adaptation, and disease resistance in forest species. Key themes include population structure, hybrid zones, and evolutionary dynamics in natural systems. Publications: Yeh’s studies span population genetics, structural genomics, and phylogeography. Notable contributions address mutation rates in humans, postzygotic isolation in hybrid zones, and glacial refugia effects on conifer populations. His work bridges theory and application in forestry and plant breeding. Awards: NSERC Industry-University Research Chair (1987), IUFRO Scientific Achievement Award (2000), McCalla Research Professor (1999). Advising & Grants: He has mentored over 20 graduate students and postdocs, contributing to genetics literature. His NSERC Chair supports collaborative industry-university research in genetic improvement. Labs & Teams: Yeh leads a multidisciplinary research group at the University of Alberta, focusing on forest genetics and biotechnology applications.

• Quantitative Genetics
• Population Genetics
• Forest Conservation
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Dr. Maarten J. Voordouw is an Associate Professor and Acting Graduate Chair in the Department of Veterinary Microbiology at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on the ecology of ticks and tick-borne diseases, particularly Lyme disease. He holds a BSc and PhD in Biology from the University of Victoria, Canada. Before joining the University of Saskatchewan in 2018, he was an assistant professor at the University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. Education: BSc Biology (University of Victoria, Canada), PhD Biology (University of Victoria, Canada). Postdoctoral training at Imperial College London, Keele University, and the University of Pennsylvania. Research Interests: Host-parasite interactions, vector-borne diseases (especially Lyme disease), strain diversity of pathogens, ecological immunology, and the impact of environmental factors (e.g., tree masting) on tick and pathogen dynamics. His lab uses field studies and experimental infections to investigate how pathogen strains compete and persist in nature. Funding: Supported by organizations such as the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation (CanLyme). Collaborates on initiatives like eTick, a smartphone-based tick surveillance program. Lab Members: Includes doctoral students (Cindy Bregnard, Christopher Zinck, Alexandra Foley-Eby, Cody Koloski), research technicians (Eva-Maria Uhlemann, Georgia Hurry), and alumni (Dolores Genne). Research focuses on strain competition, maternal immunity, and tick ecology in Canada and Europe. Key Projects: Investigating the role of beech tree masting in tick population cycles, Borrelia strain diversity, and immune-mediated strain competition in hosts and vectors.

• Host-parasite interactions
• Vector-borne diseases
• Lyme disease ecology
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Dezene Huber is a Professor and ESM Undergraduate Coordinator at the University of Northern British Columbia's Faculty of Environment. He holds a PhD from Simon Fraser University and BSc from University of Calgary. His research focuses on arthropod ecology across forest, aquatic, agricultural, and urban systems. Current projects include spruce beetle genomics, pollination ecology, agroecosystem pest dynamics, and insect biodiversity assessments. Publications span chemical ecology, genomics, and taxonomy, with recent emphasis on bark beetle symbioses, orchid pollination gaps, and biodiversity informatics. Research often integrates molecular tools and community ecology. No awards were mentioned. He directs an insect ecology lab investigating local arthropods and maintains active fieldwork.

• Entomology
• Arthropod Ecology
• Chemical Ecology
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Annie DesRochers is a Professor at the University of Quebec in Abitibi-Temiscamingue (UQAT) , holding the NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Forestry and Wood Production since 2002. She serves as Director of the UQAT Forest Institute and contributes to organizations like the Canadian Botanical Association and Poplar and Willow Council of Canada . Education : PhD in Forest Biology & Management (U. Alberta, 2000), MSc in Renewable Resources (UQAC, 1996), BSc in Biology (UQAM, 1994) Research Interests : Focuses on intensive silviculture for fast-growing boreal plantations and root system dynamics in poplar/conifer stands . Her work explores root grafting effects on forest stand dynamics, nutrient cycling, and plantation productivity. Scientific Contributions : Her 15 most recent publications (2020–2025) highlight innovations in soil amendments for forest regeneration , root grafting ecology , and hybrid poplar management . Keywords span Forest Carbon Cycling , Tree Competition , and Boreal Ecosystems . 2022 - David J. Gifford Award (outstanding tree biology research) 2011 - Discovery of the Year (Québec Science, root grafting studies) Student Supervision : Mentored 34 graduate students (PhD/MSc) and 13 trainees (postdocs/interns), including Mathieu Gnocchini , Hiba Merzouki , and Tokyo Rabearison . Collaborates with institutions like Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. and Canadian Forest Service .

• Silviculture
• Forest Ecology
• Root Biology
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Ingo Ensminger is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Toronto Mississauga . His research focuses on plant-environment interactions, particularly in the context of climate science, forest ecology, and molecular physiology of trees. Education : Ph.D. in Plant Physiology from the University of Jena, Germany (2000); Diplom in Plant Physiology from the University of Giessen, Germany (1996). His lab integrates biophysical experiments, molecular biology, next-generation sequencing, and remote sensing to study plant resilience to environmental change. Current projects explore low-temperature acclimation in conifers, drought stress responses, and UAV-based high-throughput phenotyping. Recent work emphasizes trends in remote sensing applications for forest monitoring, including UAV photogrammetry and spectral-temporal analysis. Key collaborations include institutions like Université Laval and Genome Canada. Scientific Awards : Funded by NSERC (Grant RGPIN-2020-06928) and Genome Canada/Quebec/British Columbia for the Spruce-Up Project. Ensminger mentors a diverse team of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, fostering interdisciplinary research in plant physiology, climate adaptation, and forest carbon dynamics.

• Climate Science
• Ecology & Biodiversity
• Forests & Conservation
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