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Samuel Hanes serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Maine, with cross-appointments in Marine Science and the Honors College. His research bridges human ecology and historical geography through investigations of natural resource management systems.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Human Ecology, Rutgers University (2008)
- M.A. in Human Ecology, Rutgers University (2002)
- B.A. in Anthropology, University of Texas (2000)
Research Focus: Hanes examines human-environment interactions through three interconnected domains: (1) historical evolution of oyster fisheries management in Chesapeake Bay using cartographic analysis; (2) human dimensions of agricultural pollination in Maine's blueberry industry through grower surveys; and (3) socio-ecological history of aquaculture in Maine. His interdisciplinary approach combines anthropological fieldwork with geographical information systems and ecological analysis.
Publication Trends: Recent work (2012-2014) demonstrates consistent focus on applied human ecology in working landscapes. Publications reveal methodological diversity spanning historical cartography, farmer surveys, and interdisciplinary team science, primarily targeting agricultural and fisheries management challenges in Northeastern ecosystems. Key journals include Renewable Agriculture and Food Systems and Journal of Cultural Geography.
Advising and Funding: Hanes mentors graduate and honors thesis students while securing competitive research support through:
- National Science Foundation
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Maine EPSCoR program
- Mitchell Center for Sustainability Science
- Center for Continuing and Distance Education
Collaborative Networks: He actively participates in interdisciplinary sustainability initiatives, notably co-leading aquaculture history research with UMaine's School of Marine Sciences and serving as session chair for the Society for Human Ecology and Society for Applied Anthropology conferences.
