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Dr. Christopher Pomory is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of West Florida, part of the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering. His office is located in Building 58, Room 62B, and he can be reached at cpomory@uwf.edu or (850) 857-6028.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Biology, University of South Florida
- M.S. in Zoology, Texas A&M University
- B.A. in Biology with minor in Computer Science, Rollins College
His research focuses on the physiology, behavior, and ecology of marine invertebrates, especially echinoderms such as starfish, brittle stars, and sea urchins. A major theme is organismal response to environmental stress, particularly during regeneration. He also investigates taxonomy of ophiuroids, bleaching in jellyfish, and habitat associations in reef ecosystems. His work bridges experimental physiology with ecological field studies.
The available publications, primarily from 2007–2008, reveal a strong trend in regeneration biology, environmental stress responses, and taxonomic identification of marine invertebrates. These works span journals such as Marine Biology, Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology, and Caribbean Journal of Science, indicating a focus on both functional and systematic marine biology.
Scientific Awards:
- No awards listed in the provided text.
Dr. Pomory has been a UWF faculty member since 2000 and mentors students in his laboratory, where they investigate invertebrate responses to environmental stress. He teaches courses including General Zoology, Marine Invertebrate Zoology, Biogeography, and Experimental Design. While no specific grants are mentioned, his long-standing research program suggests sustained scholarly activity. He has not been noted as part of any formal research center beyond the Department of Biology.
Laboratory and Research Group: Students in Dr. Pomory’s lab focus on experimental and field-based research on marine invertebrates, particularly echinoderms. Current projects include regeneration in starfish and brittle stars, habitat influence on shrimp growth, and niche separation in starfish.
