معرفی
David Rogers is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Biological Sciences Department at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. He holds a Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Wisconsin (2006) and an M.S. in Landscape Architecture. His research focuses on long-term ecological changes in plant communities, meta-community dynamics, and the influence of land-use history on ecological systems. He actively collaborates with regional land managers to apply research outcomes to conservation and restoration efforts.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Botany, University of Wisconsin, 2006
- M.S. in Landscape Architecture
Research Interests:
- Long-term plant community dynamics
- Historical and landscape ecology
- Invasive species impacts
- Ecological restoration strategies
Teaching: Rogers teaches courses in botany, ecology, conservation biology, and biostatistics, preparing students for careers in field biology and ecological conservation. His courses include BIOS 324 (Botany), BIOS 336 (Conservation Ecology), and BIOS 445 (Research Methods in Ecology/Evolution).
Service:
- 2017: Faculty Advisor, UWP Environmental Club
- 2015: Committee Member, General Education Committee
- 2014: Committee Member, Master Plan Steering Committee
His research emphasizes actionable conservation outcomes, integrating historical data with applied ecological techniques to address regional environmental challenges.
