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Paul Gier is Professor of Biology and Chair of the Department of Natural Sciences at Huntingdon College, where he also serves as Pre-Veterinary Adviser. He is affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences and actively contributes to teaching and research in animal behavior and ecology.
- Ph.D., University of Oklahoma
- M.A., University of California, Los Angeles
- B.S., University of Idaho
Dr. Gier's research centers on animal social behavior, particularly in reptiles, with additional interests in biogeography, ecological physiology, and the systematics of Cerambycidae beetles. He has conducted field studies on lizard mating systems and snake thermoregulation, and is developing a comprehensive identification manual for U.S. longhorned beetles. His work bridges behavioral ecology and faunistic inventory, supported by a passion for nature photography, some of which has been published in scientific literature.
His recent publications span topics in herpetology and behavioral ecology, with a focus on the interplay between environment, morphology, and social systems in lizards and snakes. These works reflect a long-standing commitment to understanding reptilian life histories and ecological adaptations.
Dr. Gier has received several honors for teaching and research, including:
- Exemplary Teacher Award, Huntingdon College (2017)
- Dr. and Mrs. John N. Todd Award for Excellence in Teaching (2003)
- Wilks Award for Best Student Paper, Association of Southwestern Naturalists (1997)
- Teaching Award, University of Oklahoma Department of Zoology (1993)
- Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Short-Term Fellowship (1991)
He advises pre-veterinary students and has led educational field trips to South and Central America and Africa, enriching student experiences beyond the classroom. He serves as a reviewer for key journals such as Copeia and Herpetologica, contributing to scholarly discourse in herpetology. His engagement with students—through teaching, mentorship, and fieldwork—reflects a deep commitment to undergraduate education and experiential learning.
Dr. Gier’s work in beetle systematics and nature photography represents a personal research initiative that complements his academic focus. While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, his independent faunistic studies and publications indicate ongoing scholarly activity in entomology and biodiversity documentation.
