Jason D. Williams

Jason D. Williams is the Donald E. Axinn Distinguished Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in Biology and Urban Ecology at Hofstra University's Department of Biology. His research specializes in marine invertebrate biodiversity, with a focus on parasitic isopods, polychaetes, and trematodes. He teaches courses including Invertebrate Zoology, Marine Biology, and Parasitology, and leads field studies in Belize.

Williams' research explores host-parasite dynamics, new species discovery, and phylogenetic relationships in marine ecosystems. His work integrates morphological and molecular methods to resolve taxonomic complexities in crustacean parasites, particularly within the Bopyridae and related families. Recent studies emphasize cryptic diversity, larval adaptations, and hyperparasitism in global marine environments.

Williams directs an active research lab investigating marine invertebrate ecology. He mentors students in field and laboratory settings, notably through Hofstra's Belize marine biology program. While no specific awards are listed, his prolific publication record and distinguished professorship reflect significant scholarly impact. Current grants and student advisees are not detailed in the text.