جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Marine Conservation
• Coral Reef Ecology
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maria Beger is an Honorary Associate Professor at the School of the Environment, University of Queensland. Her work bridges marine conservation, spatial planning, and climate change adaptation, with a focus on coral reef resilience and biodiversity. She employs interdisciplinary approaches, including environmental DNA and trait-based ecology, to address global marine challenges. Research Focus Beger's research integrates ecological, genetic, and socioeconomic dimensions to enhance conservation outcomes. Key themes include: Marine Spatial Planning : Designing connected reserve networks for climate resilience. Coral Reef Dynamics : Assessing impacts of warming, bleaching, and species range shifts. Innovative Monitoring : Using eDNA and functional traits to track biodiversity. Policy Integration : Linking customary governance with conservation frameworks in Indo-Pacific regions. Publication Trends Her recent articles (2023–2025) emphasize climate adaptation, conservation technology, and reef fisheries sustainability. Studies frequently analyze trait-based resilience, connectivity, and human impacts across tropical-to-temperate gradients, reflecting a focus on actionable science for policy. Collaborations Beger leads international teams on projects spanning Australia, Indonesia, and the Pacific. Notable collaborations include IUCN initiatives and multidisciplinary consortia like the SEA-UNICORN COST Action for marine connectivity.

Jennifer Gallowayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Palynology
• Paleoecology
• Climate Change
• +۱۷ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Galloway is a Researcher at the Geological Survey of Canada and a Professor at Brandon University's Department of Geology. She specializes in palynology and paleoecology , focusing on climate change impacts across various time scales, particularly in Arctic Canada and northern ecosystems . Her work spans Jurassic-Cretaceous stratigraphy , Holocene lake sediments , and contaminant geochemistry in mining-impacted environments. Education: PhD in Earth Sciences from Carleton University (2002-2006), BSc in Biology from Queen's University (1997-2002) Her research integrates palynological biostratigraphy , geochemical analysis , and environmental monitoring to address questions about terrestrial vegetation changes , volcanic impacts , and metal contamination dynamics . Recent publications highlight studies on peat accumulation rates , Arctic wildfire history , and arsenic mobility under climate change. She has served as Editor-in-Chief for the Bulletin of Canadian Energy Geoscience (2020-2024) and editorial advisory boards for journals like the Journal of Cretaceous Research. Key scientific awards include the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada Visiting Fellow in Canadian Government Laboratory (2009) . She has collaborated with international institutions such as Aarhus University (Denmark) and Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland . Her fieldwork includes significant projects in Ellesmere Island , Vancouver Island , and Northwest Territories , utilizing techniques like Itrax XRF core-scanning and uranium-lead zircon dating . She has also contributed to environmental monitoring frameworks for mining impacts and climate change resilience studies in subarctic lakes.

David A. Vasseurمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Ecology
• Community Ecology
• Aquatic Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David A. Vasseur serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University, where his research laboratory investigates fundamental questions in theoretical ecology. His work integrates mathematical modeling, laboratory experiments, and analysis of long-term ecological data to understand community dynamics in aquatic systems. Dr. Vasseur received his BSc (1999) and MSc (2002) from the University of Guelph, Canada, followed by a PhD from McGill University (2006). He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Calgary (2006-2008) before joining Yale University. His research program focuses on three interconnected themes: the maintenance of biodiversity in aquatic communities, spatial population synchrony, and eco-evolutionary dynamics of competitive communities. His laboratory has produced significant research on how environmental variability affects ecological systems, with recent publications examining temperature-nutrient interactions in primary producers, forecasting extinction risk using thermal performance curves, and the productivity-stability relationship in global food systems. His work bridges theoretical approaches with empirical validation to address pressing ecological questions with implications for conservation and ecosystem management. Dr. Vasseur teaches General Ecology (EEB 220a/520a EVST 223a) in the fall semester, covering ecological theory and practice across multiple scales. In spring, he leads graduate seminars on quantitative methods, fundamental readings in ecology, and time-series analysis. He serves as an associate editor for American Naturalist and Ecology and Evolution. His laboratory includes postdoctoral fellow Carling Bieg and graduate students Misha Kummel, Alison Robey, and Abby Skwara, continuing a tradition of mentoring that has produced numerous successful ecologists now at institutions including University of Guelph, University of Nebraska Lincoln, UCLA, and Oxford University.

Andrew W. Parkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Infectious Diseases
• Disease Ecology
• Disease Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew W. Park is a Professor with a joint appointment at the Odum School of Ecology and the Department of Infectious Diseases in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia. His research focuses on host-parasite interactions across scales, integrating ecological and epidemiological approaches to understand disease emergence, spillover, and transmission dynamics. Key areas include zoonotic diseases, vector-borne pathogens, and the impacts of environmental and anthropogenic changes on disease systems. Park leads the Park Lab, which employs mathematical modeling and empirical studies to address global health challenges. His work emphasizes the interface between wildlife, domestic animals, and human health, with recent studies exploring post-pandemic immunity dynamics, invasive species parasite ecology, and Ebola virus spillover triggers. Park collaborates internationally on disease modeling and has contributed to frameworks for anticipating infectious disease re-emergence using early warning signals. His findings inform public health policy and conservation strategies. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, including studies on white pox coral disease, hemorrhagic disease in deer populations, and the role of environmental refugia in parasite evolution. Despite extensive contributions, no specific scientific awards are noted in the provided texts.

Krish Seetahمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Zooarchaeology
• Colonial History
• Environmental Archaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Krish Seetah is an Associate Professor of Environmental Social Sciences, Oceans, and Anthropology at Stanford University, and a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment. He holds a B.Sc. (1996) and M.Sc. (1998) from the University of Surrey, an M.Sc. in Osteoarchaeology from Bournemouth University (2002), and a Ph.D. in Archaeology from the University of Cambridge (2007). His research focuses on zooarchaeology, colonialism, and environmental archaeology, particularly in Mauritius, where he directs the ‘Mauritian Archaeology and Cultural Heritage’ (MACH) project. This project examines colonial activity, slavery, indentured labor, and ecological consequences of monoculture agriculture. His work integrates geometric morphometrics, butchery analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches to study human-animal relationships and socio-economic dynamics in colonial contexts. Seetah’s research spans the Mediterranean, Baltic, and Indian Ocean regions, addressing topics like trade networks, animal processing technologies, and the ecological impact of colonialism. His recent publications emphasize environmental archaeology in Mauritius, global health, and the intersection of ecology and colonial history. He advocates for frameworks that link archaeological insights to contemporary environmental challenges and disease control. His academic affiliations include the Doerr School of Sustainability and the Stanford Woods Institute, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary environmental and social science research.

Vicky Meretskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Biology
• Environmental Policy
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vicky Meretsky is a Professor and Director of Environmental Master's Programs at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, where she has served since 1997. She holds affiliate appointments in the Department of Biology, Maurer School of Law, Integrated Program in the Environment, and Russian and Eastern European Institute, and serves as a science advisor to the Nature Conservancy and Sycamore Land Trust while advising Indiana's Technical Advisory Committee on Herpetofauna. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. from University of Arizona (1995) M.Sc. in Statistics from University of Arizona (1993) M.Sc. in Wildlife Ecology from Humboldt State University (1988) B.Sc. from Cornell University (1980) Meretsky's research focuses on landscape-scale conservation, rare species ecology, adaptive management integration, and climate change impacts. Current projects examine public lands conservation planning, managed relocation policies under climate change, and graduate science-policy training methodologies, building on prior work with California condors, Grand Canyon endangered species, and northern spotted owls. Her 2012-2021 publications reveal a consistent interdisciplinary approach bridging conservation science and policy, with recurring themes in Endangered Species Act implementation, state wildlife legislation, climate adaptation strategies, and human dimensions of conservation. The work demonstrates strong methodological diversity spanning ecological field studies, policy analysis, and social science frameworks. Meretsky has received significant recognition for her contributions: Trustees Teaching Award (2012, 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003) O'Neill Outstanding Teaching Award (2010, 2002, 1998) Volunteer of the Year, Sycamore Land Trust (2017) She mentors graduate students through capstone projects with major conservation entities including the National Council on Science and the Environment, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Defenders of Wildlife, and Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, with research supported by these partnerships and her advisory roles. Meretsky actively participates in the Faculty Colloquium on Excellence in Teaching, serves on Indiana's Technical Advisory Committee on Herpetofauna, and provides science advisory services to conservation organizations, demonstrating deep engagement with both academic and applied conservation communities.

Gustav Deliusمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Marine Ecosystems
• Fisheries Policy
• Quantum Field Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Gustav Delius is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at the University of York. His research focuses on transferring methods from Quantum Field Theory, String Theory, and Integrable Systems to theoretical ecology and mathematical biology. He leads the York node of the MINOUW consortium, addressing unwanted catches in European fisheries, and develops size-spectrum models for marine ecosystems to inform fisheries policy. Dr. Delius holds a PhD from Stony Brook University. His work spans stochastic processes, complex networks, and ecological modeling. He has led projects such as the NERC-funded 'Pyramids of Life' initiative and the EPSRC IAA grant for sustainable fisheries policy. His research integrates mathematical rigor with real-world applications in marine ecology and conservation. Recent collaborations include interdisciplinary work on climate change impacts on coastal ecosystems and Bayesian inference for pandemic modeling. He has supervised research projects and contributed to initiatives like the MINOUW consortium, emphasizing practical policy implications of his findings.

Corey Bradshawمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Biology
• Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Corey Bradshaw is the Matthew Flinders Professor of Global Ecology at Flinders University in Tarndanya (Adelaide), South Australia. His research focuses on biodiversity conservation, climate change impacts, and ecological modeling. He leads the Global Ecology research group (GlobEcoFlinders) and is a prominent voice in understanding coextinctions, climate-driven biodiversity loss, and human-environment interactions. Bradshaw’s work integrates paleoecology, population dynamics, and policy analysis. Key research areas include megafauna extinction patterns, invasive species management, and child health vulnerability to climate change. He frequently critiques global conservation policies, emphasizing the urgency of addressing biodiversity loss and overpopulation. Recent articles highlight coextinctions as a dominant threat under climate change, the failure of current climate policies to safeguard child health, and the ecological consequences of human population growth. His interdisciplinary approach spans ecology, epidemiology, and socio-economic factors, with a focus on actionable conservation strategies.

Andrew Suggittمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Ecology
• Climate Change
• Biodiversity Conservation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Andrew Suggitt is a Researcher at Northumbria University, specializing in the impacts of environmental change on biodiversity. His work investigates how microclimatic conditions interact with global climate shifts to shape species' niches, particularly focusing on extinction risks under contemporary climate change. PhD in Ecology (University of York, 2007-11) Member of British Ecological Society (2008+) Trained Mental Health First Aider and LGBTQ+ ally His research combines microclimate modeling with land-use data to study long-term biodiversity shifts in Great Britain. Key projects include identifying climatic refugia for range-retracting species and assessing climate-land use interactions affecting extinction risks. Current PhD supervision includes projects on: Nocturnal pollinators (Lepidoptera) in urbanized environments Climate change refugia in Northern Britain Marginal coral reef ecosystems in the Caribbean Climate adaptation in spatial planning for health inequalities Amphibian conservation in Seychelles He advocates for field-based experiential learning and maintains active collaborations across UK, Europe, and global institutions.

Amy Veprauskasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Biology
• Population Dynamics
• Evolutionary Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amy Veprauskas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Her research focuses on mathematical models of population and evolutionary dynamics, employing dynamical systems theory to analyze stability and bifurcation phenomena in structured populations. Applications include studying whale population resilience post-oil spills and reproductive synchrony in cannibalistic gull populations. She holds a Ph.D. (2016) and M.S. (2013) from the University of Arizona, alongside M.A. and B.A. degrees (2010) from Bryn Mawr College. Veprauskas’s work bridges theoretical mathematics and ecological challenges, with recent studies addressing tick invasion dynamics, predator-prey interactions under seasonal breeding, and critical thresholds for population persistence under disturbances. Her methodologies emphasize structured population models that account for factors like age, life stage, or body size, enabling analysis of environmental and evolutionary impacts. Key research trends in her publications include discrete-time models analyzing metapopulation growth, Allee effects, and spatially explicit stream network dynamics. Collaborations with ecologists and field data integration (e.g., acoustic monitoring of marine mammals) underscore her applied approach. Her contributions span theoretical insights (e.g., bifurcation analysis) and practical applications in conservation and public health.

Elin Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Deep Sea Biology
• Marine Biology
• Invertebrate Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elin Thomas holds positions as Adjunct Research Fellow at the School of Biological Sciences and Research Assistant at the UWA Oceans Institute, both at The University of Western Australia. She also serves as Communications Manager for the Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative since August 2024. Her education includes a PhD in Biological Sciences (Conservation of deep-sea benthic invertebrates) awarded in December 2022 and an MSci in Marine Biology from the University of Southampton (June 2018). Research focuses on deep-sea biology, invertebrate ecology, and molecular ecology. Key interests include hydrothermal vent ecosystems, abyssal-hadal zone dynamics, and conservation strategies for understudied marine species. Her work addresses extinction risks, deep-sea mining impacts, and regulatory frameworks for marine biodiversity. Recent publications analyze North-West Pacific deep-sea zonation patterns, Indian Ocean trench ecosystems, and global conservation priorities for hydrothermal vent molluscs. Media engagements highlight her advocacy against deep-sea mining threats to undiscovered species.

Matt Gearyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Conservation Biology
• Animal Behaviour
• Wildlife Conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matt Geary is an Associate Professor in Conservation Biology/Animal Behaviour at the University of Chester's School of Natural Sciences . He serves as REF coordinator, research lead, and Faculty Postgraduate Tutor, chairing key committees for research and postgraduate education. Geary leads MRes Biological Sciences and MSc Wildlife Conservation programs while teaching conservation, ecology, and statistical/field methods. PhD in Conservation Ecology (Manchester Metropolitan University) MRes in Ecology and Environmental Science (University of York) BSc in Biology (Newcastle University) PGCert in Higher Education (University of Chester) His research specializes in conservation of threatened species (birds, mammals, amphibians) through statistical/ecological modeling and survey optimization . He focuses on endangered species in the UK and globally, with particular emphasis on birds and using camera traps and genetic analysis to inform conservation strategies. Geary's work spans population viability analysis , habitat association studies , and non-invasive sampling techniques . He has developed camera trap protocols for species like wolves and pangolins while investigating genetic diversity in island endemics. His funded projects include studies on Grenada Dove and Capercaillie conservation. He teaches conservation technologies , field research techniques , and population biology modules. Geary has designed multiple programs including BSc Zoology and MRes Research Methods , integrating work-based learning and employability skills into curricula.

Jeremiah Henningمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant-microbial interactions
• Microbiomes
• Community ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeremiah Henning is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department at The University of South Alabama, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on plant-microbial interactions, community ecology, and global change impacts on ecosystems, particularly in coastal dune environments. He holds a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (University of Tennessee, 2017), an M.S. in Biology (University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 2009), and a B.S. in Biology (University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 2007). Education: Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Tennessee (2017) M.S., Biology (Ecology), University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (2009) B.S., Biology (Ecology), University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (2007) Research interests include the drivers of biodiversity, plant microbiome effects on ecosystem function, and global change impacts on microbial-plant interactions. His lab uses experimental and observational approaches in coastal dunes and collaborates with global networks like NutNet and WaRM. Recent grants include NSF funding for education and career pathway initiatives. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Ecology & Evolution, Marine Botany, and Global Change Biology. He actively mentors students in research projects, including MS candidates like Kayla Beitzel and former students Darrien Caudle. His lab’s website provides further details on ongoing studies and collaborations. Grant activities include NSF awards for equitable biology education modules (2021–2024) and exploring STEM retention through inclusive pedagogy (2020–2022). He also contributed to the AAAS report on empowering career pathways in STEMM (2024). Lab activities include coastal dune plant studies, microbial community dynamics, and interdisciplinary projects addressing environmental and educational challenges.

Ignasi Montero Serraمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Marine Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ignasi Montero Serra is a Research Fellow at the University of Queensland's Marine Spatial Ecology Lab. He holds a PhD from the University of Barcelona (2018) and focuses on using quantitative tools to study marine ecosystems' responses to environmental stressors. His work emphasizes coral reef resilience, particularly in the Mediterranean, with an emphasis on gorgonians and red coral conservation. He has contributed to projects such as the MERCES initiative, exploring restoration protocols for coralligenous habitats. His research integrates field surveys, spatial modeling, and life-history theory to inform conservation strategies. Education: PhD in Marine Biology, University of Barcelona (2018) Master's in Marine Biology, University of Bristol Bachelor's in Biology, Galapagos-focused conservation projects Research Interests: Climate change impacts on marine ecosystems Thermal tolerance of corals and gorgonians Restoration ecology and spatial planning Genetic diversity of habitat-forming species Marine protected areas effectiveness Awards: Endeavour Postdoctoral Fellow (2022–present) Advising & Grants: Lead researcher on coral resilience projects Collaborations with international institutions like the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies Labs/Teams: Marine Spatial Ecology Lab (University of Queensland)

Jonathan Payneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleobiology
• Geobiology
• Climate Change Impact on Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Payne is the Dorrell William Kirby Professor at Stanford University, holding appointments as Professor of Earth & Planetary Sciences and Professor (by courtesy) of Biology . He serves as Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment. His research focuses on the interplay between environmental change and biological evolution in the fossil record, particularly mass extinctions and marine ecosystem dynamics. Ph.D., Harvard University (2005) A.M., Harvard University (2002) B.A., Williams College (1997) Payne's work examines mass extinction causation through geochemical-paleontological records in China, Italy, Turkey, and Japan, and employs global fossil occurrence datasets to study extinction selectivity and body size evolution. His 2022 PNAS article on temperature-size scaling in aquatic organisms and 2020 Science study on marine clade dominance via extinction resistance highlight his interdisciplinary approach combining climate modeling , energetic theory , and macroevolutionary analysis . Scientific accolades include: Fellow, Geological Society of America (2018) Allan V. Cox Medal (2015) Charles Schuchert Award (2015) NSF CAREER Award (2012) National Defense Science and Engineering Fellowship (1999-2002) He advises doctoral students across Earth Sciences and Biology programs, and has mentored over 100 high school and undergraduate researchers . Payne teaches historical geology, invertebrate paleobiology, and graduate-level courses in geobiology and carbonate sedimentology, including his popular course The Sixth Extinction (and the Other Five) .