Adrienne Smith

Adrienne Smith is a Researcher at the Canadian Center for Evidence Informed Conservation (CEIC) within Carleton University, specializing in evidence synthesis for conservation decision-making since joining in February 2019. Her work directly supports environmental policy through rigorous scientific reviews.

Her academic background includes:

• Master of Science in Biology, University of Waterloo (2014)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biology, Carleton University (2010)
• Environmental Technician Diploma, St. Lawrence College (2011)

Smith's research centers on evidence-based conservation methodologies, with expertise in systematic reviews and maps for aquatic ecosystems. She investigates critical areas such as wildlife crime prevention, species-at-risk interventions, and hydrological impacts on freshwater fisheries, translating complex ecological data into actionable policy insights through frameworks like the Collaboration for Environmental Evidence (CEE).

Her recent publications reveal a cohesive focus on evidence synthesis for conservation challenges, particularly in freshwater systems and wildlife crime. The articles demonstrate methodological rigor in evaluating flow effects on fish populations, counter-trafficking interventions, and historical fisheries science, highlighting her role in bridging empirical research with real-world conservation outcomes.

As an integral member of the Cooke Lab at Carleton University, Smith collaborates on interdisciplinary projects presented at major conferences like the American Fisheries Society meetings. The lab environment fosters innovation in conservation physiology and evidence-informed policy, with active participation in initiatives such as the Society for Conservation Aquatic Sciences (SCAS).