Dalal Hanna

Dalal Hanna is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University, Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on freshwater and landscape ecology, emphasizing solutions-oriented approaches to biodiversity conservation and sustainable living. She leads the Watershed Stewardship Research Collaborative, addressing issues like timber harvesting impacts, conservation outcomes, and youth engagement with freshwater ecosystems.

Education: B.Sc. in Environmental Sciences (University of Ottawa), M.Sc. in Biology (McGill University), Ph.D. in Natural Resource Sciences (McGill University).

Research interests include freshwater biodiversity, ecosystem services, and conservation strategies. Her work bridges ecological science with policy and practice, aiming to inform sustainable resource management. Recent studies explore watershed protection, timber harvesting effects, and urban biodiversity.

Selected publications highlight ecosystem service quantification, freshwater biodiversity trends, and conservation policy. Her research often integrates interdisciplinary methods and stakeholder collaboration.

No scientific awards are listed here, but her contributions to freshwater conservation are notable. She advises no listed students but collaborates with practitioners and communities through projects like the Watershed Stewardship Collaborative.