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Dr. Mark A. Albins is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of South Alabama's Stokes School of Marine & Environmental Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Marine Ecology from Oregon State University (2012). His research focuses on marine-fish ecology, experimental design, and applied statistics, with an emphasis on addressing management-relevant questions. Specific interests include invasive species impacts, coral reef dynamics, and fisheries management. Current projects include studying Greater Amberjack abundance and movement in U.S. waters. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2007, often examining lionfish invasions and their ecological consequences. Key collaborations involve NOAA, Sea Grant, and NMFS.
Educational Background: Ph.D. (Marine Ecology, Oregon State University, 2012). Research has been funded by agencies such as NOAA and Sea Grant, focusing on ecosystem goods and services. His work bridges ecological theory with applied field studies.
Notable research trends include invasive species management, coral reef biodiversity, and predator-prey interactions. He has investigated lionfish behavior, diet shifts in native species due to invasions, and fisheries exploitation rates. His recent work (2023) explores oyster survival influenced by predatory fish.
Grants and Advising: Current projects include a Sea Grant-funded study on Greater Amberjack. Advising is focused on graduate students in marine ecology and fisheries management contexts.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Stokes School of Marine & Environmental Sciences, collaborating on coral reef and fisheries projects. His research often involves fieldwork in the Gulf of Mexico and Bahamas.
