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Catherine Austin is an Instructor at Western Washington University (WWU) and a research biologist at the Skagit River System Cooperative. She holds a PhD in Aquatic and Fisheries Science from the University of Washington and a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Lewis & Clark College. Her research focuses on fisheries biology, phenological change, migratory patterns of salmonids, floodplain habitat use, and restoration ecology, particularly in the Skagit River basin. She currently manages effectiveness monitoring for restoration projects like Barnaby Slough and Illabot Creek, and explores freshwater research in the region.
Her work bridges ecological field studies with climate impact analyses, emphasizing the interplay between temperature regimes, fish behavior, and anthropogenic factors. She has contributed to understanding how salmonid migration and spawning timing respond to environmental changes, as well as the long-term ecological benefits of salmon carcass fertilization. Catherine’s field experience spans trail crew supervision in the U.S. Forest Service and volunteer EMS work, reflecting her hands-on engagement with natural resource management.
No scientific awards are explicitly listed. Her professional narrative includes advising roles and grant activities, though specific details are not provided here. Catherine collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on restoration projects, integrating research outcomes into applied conservation strategies.
