Tony Williams

Tony Williams is a Professor of Ecological & Evolutionary Physiology at Simon Fraser University's Department of Biological Sciences, part of the Faculty of Science. He specializes in avian physiology, ecotoxicology, and migration biology, with a focus on reproductive trade-offs and environmental impacts. His research integrates ecology, behavior, and physiology to understand life-history adaptations.

Education:
- BSc, Exeter University
- PhD, Bristol University

Research Interests:
- Physiological adaptations in birds, particularly breeding strategies and migratory physiology.
- Ecotoxicology of petroleum and flame retardants on wildlife.
- Avian reproductive endocrinology and maternal effects.

Publications Trends:
Recent work emphasizes climate-driven ecological shifts in penguin populations, hormonal responses across vertebrates, and toxicological impacts of contaminants on birds and marine mammals. His studies bridge field observations with laboratory analyses, often using stable isotopes and physiological assays.

Labs & Teams:
Directs the Williams Lab, focusing on evolutionary and ecological physiology. Collaborates on multi-institutional projects addressing climate change and toxicology. Supervises undergraduate research through BISC 298/498 courses.