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Catherine Lindell is an Associate Professor in the Integrative Biology Department at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the Center for Global Change and Earth Observations (CGCEO). Her research focuses on avian behavior and ecology in managed ecosystems, particularly in agricultural landscapes. She investigates strategies to balance ecosystem services (e.g., pest control) and disservices (e.g., crop damage) caused by birds. Current projects include studying pest management in high-density orchards funded by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the Michigan Tree Fruit Commission.
Dr. Lindell teaches Ecology (IBIO/PLB 355) and Tropical Biology (IBIO/PLB 485), emphasizing applied ecological principles and global environmental challenges. Her work spans tropical forest restoration, bird-farmer interactions, and sustainable pest management. She has advised graduate students like Megan Shave and Melissa Brady, and collaborates with institutions globally on biodiversity-friendly farming practices.
Her research highlights include using falcons and kestrels to deter crop pests, analyzing bird activity in restored tropical forests, and developing strategies to enhance agricultural landscapes for biodiversity. While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to applied ecology are evident through her peer-reviewed publications and grants.
