Joe Roman

Joe Roman is a conservation biologist, marine ecologist, and Research Fellow at the University of Vermont's Gund Institute for Environment. His work bridges biodiversity, marine ecology, and human health, focusing on endangered species policy and ecosystem services. At UVM, he teaches marine ecology and conservation and leads graduate workshops on topics like marine spatial planning and Cuban marine ecology.

• PhD in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology from Harvard University
• MA in Wildlife Ecology/Conservation from the University of Florida

Roman's research explores the role of animals in nutrient cycling, emphasizing their impact on ecosystems and climate cycles. He is renowned for advocating the ecological importance of marine mammals, invasive species management, and biodiversity preservation.

• Co-founder of the interdisciplinary Biodiversity and Human Health program at the US Environmental Protection Agency
• Contributions to media outlets like The New York Times, New Scientist, and The Guardian
• Editor and founder of Eat the Invaders, a platform promoting invasive species consumption

His scientific awards include:

• Rachel Carson Environment Book Award (2012)
• Fulbright Scholar (Brazil)
• McCurdy Scholar (Duke University Marine Lab)
• Hrdy Visiting Fellow (Harvard University)