Timothy Van Deelen

Dr. Timothy Van Deelen is Professor of Wildlife Ecology at UW-Madison, researching population dynamics and conservation strategies for large mammals. His work integrates field ecology with quantitative modeling to address management challenges for wolves, deer, and other vertebrates in human-modified landscapes.

Research examines carnivore recovery impacts, ungulate population control, and wildlife disease transmission dynamics. Current projects include:

• Wolf population monitoring in the Great Lakes region
• White-tailed deer survival and cause-specific mortality
• Chronic wasting disease management strategies