Insect Systematics Professors and Supervisors in Canada

Gail Andersonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

Simon Fraser UniversityCanada

Mateus Pepinelliمشاهده پروفایل

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Laurentian UniversityCanada

Mateus Pepinelli serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Natural Sciences at Laurentian University. His academic career bridges traditional entomological methods with cutting-edge molecular techniques, creating an interdisciplinary approach to understanding insect ecology and systematics. With extensive field experience across diverse ecosystems and countries, Dr. Pepinelli brings global perspective to his Canadian research initiatives. Dr. Pepinelli's research interests center on entomology with specialized focus on aquatic insects, honey bee ecology, and environmental DNA applications. His work investigates the systematics, biology, and ecology of insects, particularly examining how climate change affects plant flowering patterns and subsequent impacts on plant-pollinator interactions. He employs both traditional taxonomic approaches and modern eDNA techniques to document species interactions and biodiversity changes across latitudinal gradients from Southern to Northern Ontario. His expertise spans black flies (Simuliidae), Chironomidae, and other aquatic insect groups, with growing emphasis on honey bee health challenges. The analysis of Dr. Pepinelli's recent publications reveals a clear trajectory from traditional taxonomic work toward integrative approaches combining molecular methods with ecological questions. His research shows increasing focus on honey bee health, environmental DNA applications, and climate change impacts on pollinator systems. While maintaining strong foundations in insect systematics (particularly Diptera), his recent work demonstrates sophisticated integration of metabarcoding, metagenetics, and systems biology approaches to address complex questions in pollinator ecology and health. Dr. Pepinelli previously managed the BeeCSI project (2019-2023), a Genome Canada Large-Scale Applied Research initiative focused on identifying stressor-specific biomarkers in honey bees across Canada. At Laurentian University, he continues developing collaborative research with beekeepers, students, and community partners. His current work includes establishing a long-term eDNA survey project to document changes in plant-pollinator networks across Ontario and investigating biting flies using eDNA techniques to monitor range shifts and potential vector species. His research bridges fundamental taxonomy with applied environmental monitoring, creating valuable tools for understanding species interactions in rapidly changing ecosystems.

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Yang Liuمشاهده پروفایل

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University of ManitobaCanada

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Carly Ziterمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Quebec in Abitibi-TémiscamingueCanada

Carly Ziter is a Professor and Research Chair in Urban Ecology and Sustainability at Concordia University, where she leads research on the intersection of landscape structure, biodiversity, and ecosystem services in human-dominated landscapes. She is a regular member of the Center for Forest Research (CEF) and directs the Carly Ziter Lab, which focuses on understanding urban ecological systems and their contributions to sustainability. Her research program centers on ecosystem services as a lens for ecological questions related to sustainability, policy, and practice. Using field observations, satellite data, and community-engaged science approaches, she addresses fundamental and applied research questions across spatial and temporal scales. Her work falls into four primary themes: (1) spatial and temporal drivers of ecosystem services; (2) patterns and drivers of biodiversity across landscapes; (3) urban forest resilience; and (4) the intersection of built and ecological infrastructure. Dr. Ziter's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on urban green infrastructure, tree biodiversity, and the relationship between urban form and ecosystem service provision. Her research shows particular interest in how urban forests provide cooling benefits, support biodiversity (especially pollinators), and contribute to human well-being across different urban contexts. She has pioneered community science approaches, notably the NDG Community Tree Inventory, which engages Montreal residents in studying private land trees to improve understanding of the urban forest. 2025 - Selected Participant, Storymakers Program, Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability 2023 - Research Communicator of the Year – International, Concordia 2022 - Research Communicator of the Year – International, Concordia (Institutional) 2022 - Research Communicator of the Year – Francophone Media, Concordia 2022 - Newsmaker of the Month, Concordia 2021 - Newsmaker of the Month, Concordia 2020 - Research Communicator of the Year – National, Concordia 2019 - Newsmaker of the Month, Concordia As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Ziter advises multiple graduate students at both Master's and Doctoral levels, fostering the next generation of urban ecologists. She maintains strong collaborative relationships with landowners, community groups, local governments, and planners, ensuring her research has practical applications for urban sustainability. Her educational background includes a PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an MSc from McGill University, and a BSc from the University of Guelph, providing her with a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied ecology.

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