Andrew Lane Smith

Mr. Andrew Lane Smith is an Extension Instructor I at Mississippi State University (MSU), affiliated with the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Aquacultural Science. He focuses on addressing invasive species challenges, particularly wild pigs and bigheaded carps, with a focus on ecological and policy dimensions. He is part of the Center for Resolving Human-Wildlife Conflict.

• Education:
• Master of Science (M.S.) in Wildlife, Fisheries & Aquacultural Science, MSU
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture, MSU

His research interests include invasive species management, environmental policy, and aquatic ecosystem dynamics. Recent work examines how cultural and regulatory factors shape invasive species distribution, while earlier studies address bigheaded carps' ecological and economic impacts in Mississippi.

Publications highlight his contributions to understanding invasive species through case studies and annotated bibliographies. Notable works include a 2023 analysis of wild pig management challenges and 2015 reports on bigheaded carps in Mississippi.

Awards: None listed.

Advising & Grants: No advising or grant information provided. His role emphasizes extension and applied research.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Center for Resolving Human-Wildlife Conflict, focusing on interdisciplinary solutions to human-wildlife conflicts.