Jason Adolf

Jason Adolf is the Endowed Associate Professor of Marine Science in the Department of Biology at Monmouth University. His research focuses on phytoplankton ecology, Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), and real-time water quality monitoring in coastal environments. He teaches courses such as Marine Biology (BY 341) and Introduction to Oceanography (BY 206), emphasizing experiential learning and undergraduate research involvement.

His work integrates field observations, laboratory experiments, and advanced analytical techniques like environmental DNA (eDNA) to understand marine ecosystem dynamics. Notable areas of study include the ecological impacts of HABs on coastal New Jersey lakes, invasive species in Hawaiian fisheries, and the effects of climate-driven processes on Chesapeake Bay ecosystems.

Adolf has collaborated on projects involving NOAA and local environmental agencies, contributing to fisheries management strategies and offshore wind energy assessments. His research has been featured in regional news outlets for discoveries such as invasive jellyfish relatives in Jersey Shore waters.