Julie Gonzalez

Julie Gonzalez is an Adjunct Professor of Biology at San Francisco State University and serves as Conservation and Restoration Coordinator at the SF Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (SF Bay NERR). Her research focuses on applied coastal ecology, socio-ecological integration, and the interplay between human communities and natural systems in estuarine environments. She examines invasive species impacts, climate change adaptations, and restoration strategies in coastal wetlands.

Her work bridges ecological and social dimensions, including studies on sea-level rise mitigation, invasive crab effects on cordgrass ecosystems, and community perceptions of coastal conservation. Julie has contributed to projects analyzing thermal refugia for marine organisms and the socio-ecological dynamics of marsh restoration efforts. She holds a strong commitment to interdisciplinary approaches addressing both ecological and societal challenges in coastal management.

While no formal advising roles or grants are explicitly mentioned, her affiliations with SF State and SF Bay NERR indicate involvement in collaborative research and community-based initiatives. Julie’s research emphasizes practical solutions for coastal resilience, integrating field experiments, policy analysis, and community engagement.