Jere H. Lipps

Jere H. Lipps is a Professor of the Graduate School at the University of California, Berkeley, specializing in marine evolutionary biology and paleontology. His research spans marine protists, particularly foraminifera, with applications in coral reef ecology, environmental history, and astrobiology. He works on molecular phylogeny, taphonomy, and the fossil record to address climate change, mass extinctions, and reef conservation.

His publications focus on foraminiferal evolution, reef dynamics, and extraterrestrial habitats. Articles highlight studies in the Pacific Rim, French Polynesia, and the Neoproterozoic, emphasizing photosymbiosis, earthquake history, and planetary science. Collaborative work includes topics like climate change mitigation and scientific education through museums.

He contributes to geoheritage and science communication, including books on Lake Merritt and the UCMP. His affiliations include the University of California Museum of Paleontology (UCMP), where he explores fossil site preservation and geotourism applications.