Barbara Evans

Barbara Evans is a Professor of Biological Sciences at Lake Superior State University (LSSU), affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a BS from the University of Ottawa (1980) and a PhD from the University of Kansas (1986). Her research focuses on fish biology, aquatic ecology, and developmental genetics, with particular emphasis on vision changes during metamorphosis, population genetics of fish species, and zooplankton communities in freshwater ecosystems.

Her work often centers on the St. Marys River, examining sediment quality, hybridization dynamics in salmonids, and retinal development in flounder. Evans has extensively studied foraging behaviors in planktivorous fish, integrating ecological and behavioral perspectives. Her publications span over three decades, reflecting a consistent dedication to understanding aquatic biodiversity and ecological processes.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. While no advising details are noted, her research contributions highlight her role in training future scientists through experimental and field-based studies.