Sean Craig

Sean Craig, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, Humboldt. His work focuses on marine invertebrate ecology and evolution, particularly invasive species dynamics and conservation in nearshore habitats.

• Education: Ph.D. in Ecology & Evolution, Stony Brook University (1995)
• M.S. in Biology, University of Houston (1987)
• B.A. in Zoology, University of New Hampshire (1983)

Research interests include life history variation in marine invertebrates, genetic tools to study invasive species (especially Bryozoa), and ecology of Marine Protected Areas in rocky intertidal, sandy beach, and kelp bed habitats. His publications span genome-skimmed phylogenies, larval adaptation, and community succession dynamics.

Recent work trends focus on Bryozoa systematics, invasive species genetics, and marine conservation through long-term ecological monitoring. Articles highlight molecular approaches to understanding parental care evolution and colonization patterns.

• Scientific Awards: NSF NATO Postdoctoral Fellowships, REU Site Grants
• Graduate students advised: 12 current and former students, including Taylor Bruntil and Jason Lopiccolo
• Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CA Sea Grant on baseline ecosystem studies