معرفی
Amy Sullivan is an Associate Teaching Professor at Miami University within the Department of Biology and Project Dragonfly. She holds a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution from the University of Illinois at Chicago, focusing on vole impacts on tallgrass prairies. Her research interests span plant-animal interactions, community ecology, restoration strategies, and small mammal behavior. Sullivan collaborates with community partners to integrate climate change discourse through art. She teaches courses ranging from environmental biology to urban ecology and conservation science.
Education:
- Ph.D., Ecology and Evolution, University of Illinois at Chicago
- M.S., Wildlife and Range Resources, Brigham Young University
- B.S., Conservation Biology, Brigham Young University
Research Interests: Sullivan’s work emphasizes ecological restoration, herbivore-plant dynamics, and community-based environmental education. She explores how art can bridge scientific communication and public engagement on climate change. Her studies on voles reveal critical insights into prairie ecosystem resilience and small mammal ecology.
Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, her courses (e.g., BIO 620, BIO 631) often involve collaborative projects with institutions like the Denver Zoological Foundation and Wildlife Conservation Society, reflecting her commitment to applied ecological research.
Labs & Teams: Engaged with Project Dragonfly and the Department of Biology, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges.
