Marie Perkins

Marie Perkins is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Wildlife at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point's College of Natural Resources. Her career spans academia, government, and non-profit sectors, driven by expertise in mercury contamination's impact on ecosystems, birds, and humans.

• Teaching experience at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point (2019-present), Harvard University (2018), and McGill University (2013-2014)
• Research focuses on mercury exposure patterns in birds of conservation concern, biomarker health risks, and innovative wildlife study methods
• Education: Ph.D. in Natural Resource Sciences (McGill University), M.S. in Renewable Natural Resources (Louisiana State University), B.S. in Biology (Central Michigan University)

Her work combines laboratory experiments and field research, with professional affiliations including The Wildlife Society, Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, and American Ornithological Society.