Arve Lynghammar

Arve Lynghammar is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian Fisheries College, affiliated with UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His work focuses on fish taxonomy, systematics, marine ecology, and population genetics, with a particular emphasis on skates (Rajidae) and Arctic fish species.

• PhD in Marine Biology (UiT, 2014)
• MSc in Evolutionary Biology and Systematics (NTNU, 2010)
• BSc in Ecology, Ethology, and Evolution (NTNU, 2007)

Research Interests:
Arve's research explores evolutionary relationships, geographic distribution, and genetic diversity of marine fish, particularly in the Arctic and boreal regions. His studies often involve species identification, phylogeography, and the ecological impacts of climate change on fish populations.

Article Trends:
His publications span 2018–2025, with recent works focusing on species differentiation (e.g., Sebastes spp.), genetic population structure (e.g., velvet belly lanternshark), and conservation biology (e.g., IUCN Red List assessments). Many papers address Arctic marine ecosystems, climate change effects, and the use of environmental DNA for biodiversity monitoring.

Scientific Roles & Awards:

• Topic Editor for Fish Systematics in Marine Biology Research (2019–2025)
• Member of IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group (2021–2025)
• Name Editor for Fish Species at Artsdatabanken (Norwegian Biodiversity Information Centre)

Teaching & Outreach:
He serves as Course Coordinator for Introduction to Fish Biology (2019–present) and Bachelor Thesis in Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (2022–2023). He has contributed to courses in marine ecology, zoology, and Arctic system ecology. His outreach includes public lectures, media appearances, and educational demonstrations for schools.