Jennifer Long

Jennifer Long is an Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of Maine at Augusta, based in Jewett Hall. Her research focuses on avian endocrinology, behavioral ecology, and conservation biology. She specializes in studying how hormones like corticosterone influence migration timing, stress responses, and territorial behavior in songbirds. Her current work investigates the ecological impacts of human-provided food on Canada jays and their predation patterns on songbird nests.

Education:

• Ph.D. Biological Sciences, University of Maine (2007)
• M.S. Biology, Southeastern Louisiana University (2001)
• B.S. Environmental Biology & Management, University of California, Davis (1995)
• A.A. Liberal Arts, Moorpark College (1993)

Teaching: She teaches courses including General Biology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, and Pathophysiology, emphasizing hands-on scientific inquiry and environmental stewardship. Her pedagogy prioritizes empowering students to engage with nature through discovery-driven learning.

Research Trends: Her publications span 20+ years of avian studies, consistently exploring hormonal mechanisms in migration, dietary adaptations, and habitat interactions. Recent work addresses human-wildlife interface issues in recreational areas, combining field observations with physiological experiments.

Awards/Grants: No specific awards are listed, but her research demonstrates sustained funding needs for long-term ecological studies. No advisees are explicitly mentioned in available records.

Labs/Teams: Her current research on Canada jays represents an active field project likely involving student collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches to conservation biology.