James Boyle

James Boyle is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University at Buffalo, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on extinction risk analysis and quantitative biostratigraphy, utilizing fossil records to study evolutionary patterns.

• Education: PhD in Graptolite Paleobiology (2018)

His work integrates computational methods with traditional paleobiology to refine geological time correlations, particularly examining graptoloids and arthrodire placoderms. Recent publications explore geographic range metrics, Devonian marine extinctions, and phylogenetic relationships.

Teaching includes courses on natural hazards, geochemistry, and macroevolution. Contact: 453 Cooke Hall | (716) 645-4293 | jamesboy@buffalo.edu