معرفی
Scott P. McRobert is a Professor in the Department of Biology, specializing in genetic, ecological, and evolutionary aspects of animal behavior. His research focuses on endangered species conservation, utilizing Drosophila, fish, turtles, and frogs as model organisms. He directs the Biodiversity Laboratory, which houses assurance colonies for endangered species and investigates topics like sleep deprivation in fruit flies and water quality effects on amphibian metamorphosis.
Education: BS in Biology (Juniata College, 1977), MA and PhD in Genetics (Temple University, 1983/1987). Professional experience spans over four decades, with studies on animal behavior mechanisms, species conservation, and educational tools like the Fish Cam program for classroom use.
Research highlights include analyzing sea turtle navigation cues, Drosophila mating systems, and zebrafish behavioral syndromes. Current projects explore endangered turtle diets, fish shoaling patterns, and amphibian metamorphosis under environmental stressors.
Publications span over 150 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, emphasizing applied conservation and experimental biology. His work bridges basic behavioral research with practical applications in wildlife management and undergraduate education.
