معرفی
Jesse Balaban-Feld is an Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), where he has been employed since 2022. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Saint Louis University and a B.S. in Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Balaban-Feld integrates research into teaching, involving undergraduate students in experimental design and execution to foster creativity, resilience, and problem-solving skills.
- Ph.D., Saint Louis University
- B.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne
Dr. Balaban-Feld specializes in Behavioral Ecology, focusing on how animals make decisions based on social, environmental, and experiential factors. His work spans subfields like social experience, reproductive choice, and predator-prey dynamics, aiming to cultivate student curiosity and appreciation for ecological systems.
At USJ, he teaches courses including BIOL 114 (Intro to Molecular Biology), BIOL 237 (Principles of Environmental Sciences), and BIOL 300 (Current Topics in Biology). His research has been published in journals such as Proceedings B, Oecologia, and Behavioral Ecology, with presentations at national and international conferences.
Scientific Affiliation:
- Member, Animal Behavior Society
Dr. Balaban-Feld emphasizes hands-on learning, ensuring students engage in the full scientific process. While specific grants or labs are not detailed in the provided texts, his career highlights a commitment to bridging education and research in ecological sciences.
