Eric Thomas

Eric Thomas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at University of the Pacific. He is based at the Stockton campus and can be reached at ethomas@pacific.edu.

Education

• PhD in Zoology, University of California, Berkeley (1991)
• MA in Biology, University of California, Riverside (1987)
• BS in Biology, University of California, Riverside (1984)

Research Focus

• Reproduction of amphibians and fishes
• Comparative and behavioral endocrinology
• Chemical communication (pheromonal signaling)
• Comparative physiology
• Biology of the skin
• Computer-based physiological instrumentation

Teaching Philosophy

Thomas emphasizes connecting biology to students' everyday lives, fostering critical thinking, and integrating modern scientific theories and technologies into practical contexts. He aims to make challenging material engaging and relevant through real-world applications.