Marianne Lian

Marianne Lian is a Lecturer at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Alaska Fairbanks, associated with the College of Natural Science and Mathematics. Her work focuses on advancing wildlife capture and anesthesia techniques.

• PhD in Interdisciplinary Program (Chemistry/Biochemistry & Veterinary Medicine), University of Alaska Fairbanks (2015–)
• MSc in Applied Ecology, Hedmark University College (2013–2015)
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), University of Copenhagen (2005–2012)

Her research spans respiratory physiology, toxicology (particularly mercury’s adverse effects), and environmental contaminants in food chains, aligning with One Health principles. She investigates how chemical immobilization impacts wildlife health and develops protocols for species like caribou, moose, and marine mammals.

Notable scientific recognition includes a Fulbright Fellowship (2013–2014) for caribou immobilization research. Her publications emphasize comparative pharmacology and field anesthesia safety, with recent trends in mercury contamination in marine ecosystems.

• Fulbright Fellowship (2013–2014): Developed caribou immobilization protocols

Professional roles include field capture veterinarian for Inland Norway University (2012–2015) and private practice (2012–2014). Her work bridges academia, wildlife health, and environmental toxicology.