James Helfield

James Helfield is a Professor at Western Washington University, specializing in riparian ecology and river habitat restoration. His research emphasizes the ecological processes affecting Pacific salmon and trout, particularly in response to human-induced stressors. He advocates for holistic watershed management to address habitat restoration needs.

Education: PhD in Forest Ecology (University of Washington), MSc in Physical Geography (University of Toronto), MES in Environmental Studies (York University), BA in English Literature (Duke University).

Research interests include the ecological interdependence of rivers and watersheds, with a focus on mitigating anthropogenic impacts on aquatic ecosystems. He leads the Riparian Ecology Lab, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to environmental conservation.