Charles Buck

Charles Buck is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University. He is a leading researcher in endocrinology, marine biology, and environmental toxicology, with a focus on Arctic and subarctic ecosystems. His work spans wildlife conservation, physiological ecology, and the study of hormonal regulation in species such as gray whales, Arctic ground squirrels, and sentinel fish.

Research Interests: Buck’s research investigates endocrinology, marine mammal physiology, and the impacts of environmental pollutants on development. He employs stable isotope analysis, bio-logging technologies, and molecular biology to study physiological adaptations and stress responses in free-living organisms.

Article Trends: Recent publications highlight work on corticosterone in sea turtles, testosterone dynamics in gray whales, and persistent organic pollutants in sentinel fish. These studies intersect endocrinology, conservation physiology, and environmental health, often involving collaborations with indigenous communities in Alaska.

Grants: He serves as CoPI on three major research projects, including Restoring Northeast Cape for the Health and Well-Being of the Yupik Communities and Mechanisms of Perchlorate-Induced Disruption of Sexual Differentiation, emphasizing environmental remediation and health impacts in Arctic regions.