Myriam Barbeau

Myriam Barbeau is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of New Brunswick, specializing in marine benthic invertebrates and coastal ecosystems. Her research integrates field sampling, laboratory experiments, and mathematical modeling to study population and community dynamics in coastal marine systems. She teaches courses including Biological Diversity, Experimental Design, Coastal Marine Ecology, and Marine Research Experience.

Her research interests focus on understanding ecological patterns and processes in marine environments, particularly the impact of environmental changes on invertebrate populations. She mentors students in experimental and mathematical ecology techniques.

Recent publications demonstrate her work on saltmarsh restoration, nekton communities, and climate change impacts on coastal ecosystems, often employing drone imagery and machine learning for habitat analysis. Her research consistently emphasizes conservation applications and ecosystem resilience in megatidal environments like the Bay of Fundy.