جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Management
• Fisheries Policy
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Kailin Kroetz is an Assistant Professor at the School of Sustainability at Arizona State University. Her research focuses on environmental economics, natural resource management, and conservation policy, with specific interests in fisheries sustainability, wildlife conservation, and ecosystem services valuation. She employs interdisciplinary approaches including econometrics, spatial analysis, and social-ecological modeling to address conservation challenges. Her research portfolio spans topics such as seafood traceability systems, marine protected areas, migratory species management, and human-wildlife interactions. Recent work examines the effectiveness of eco-certification programs, economic impacts of supply chain regulations, and conservation strategies for terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. She frequently investigates trade-offs between ecological protection and human activities across diverse landscapes. Kroetz's publications demonstrate consistent focus on spatial conservation prioritization, policy evaluation, and sustainable resource use. Her articles frequently integrate ecological data with socioeconomic analysis to inform conservation planning. Recent trends show increased attention to migratory species management, landscape connectivity, and the role of private lands in large-scale conservation initiatives.

Sandra Bibiana Correaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecology of Large Rivers
• Floodplain Ecology
• Fish Ecology
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Dr. Sandra Bibiana Correa is an Associate Professor at Mississippi State University's Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture within the College of Forest Resources. She holds a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and has expertise in river ecology, floodplain ecosystems, and fish-plant interactions. Her research focuses on large river systems in the Amazon Basin, exploring how temporal and spatial heterogeneity maintains biodiversity and fisheries productivity. She investigates seed dispersal by fish, the impacts of overfishing on ecological functions, and reservoir management effects on aquatic communities. Education: Ph.D. in Wildlife and Fisheries, Texas A&M University M.S. in Zoology, University of Florida B.S. in Marine Biology, University of Valle Her research interests include tropical ecology, floodplain forests, and conservation biology. Notable contributions involve studying frugivorous fish roles in seed dispersal networks and their vulnerability to overfishing. She has received awards such as the United Nations Early Career Achievement Award and contributes to Amazonian freshwater conservation initiatives through policy-relevant science. Dr. Correa leads the Correa River Ecology Laboratory , advancing understanding of riverine ecosystems' resilience to climate change and human impacts. Her work bridges ecology, conservation, and applied management strategies for sustainable resource use.

Devin Bloomمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Macroevolution
• Fish Systematics
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Devin Bloom is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Western Michigan University, with a joint appointment in the Environmental and Sustainability Studies Program. His research focuses on evolutionary ecology, macroevolution, and the systematics of fishes, particularly marine and freshwater species in the Neotropics. He integrates phylogenetic comparative methods with fieldwork and lab techniques such as DNA sequencing and morphometrics to understand biodiversity patterns. Education: Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto (2013) M.S., Biological Sciences, Southeastern Louisiana University (2007) B.S., Environmental Biology, Saint Mary's University (2004) Research Interests: Evolutionary history and conservation of fishes Phylogenetic approaches to biodiversity genesis Ecological and evolutionary drivers of species diversification The Bloom Lab investigates how ecological and evolutionary processes interact to shape fish diversity, emphasizing biogeographic and morphological diversity patterns. Current projects explore migratory adaptations, diadromy, and the role of niche conservatism in phenotypic evolution. Labs/Teams: The Bloom Lab at Western Michigan University combines cutting-edge molecular techniques with extensive field studies, particularly in the Guiana Shield region, to address fundamental questions in evolutionary biology and conservation.

Brandon Gerigمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Freshwater Ecology
• Aquatic Food Webs
• Fish Ecology
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Brandon Gerig is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) within the School of Freshwater Sciences, based at the Great Lakes Research Facility. He holds a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University of Notre Dame (2017), an M.S. in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from the University of Florida (2012), and a B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife Management from Lake Superior State University (2009). Prior to UWM, he served as an ecologist at the National Park Service and held academic roles at Northern Michigan University, including promotions to Associate Professor in 2022. His research focuses on freshwater fish ecology, particularly food web dynamics, migratory behaviors, and contaminant transport in aquatic systems. Key areas include the trophic roles of salmonines, invasive species impacts, and stable isotope analyses to trace ecological processes. Recent work emphasizes Lake Superior and Lake Michigan ecosystems, exploring topics such as lake charr competition, walleye movement responses to dreissenid mussels, and metal accumulation in prey fish. Dr. Gerig’s publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining field studies with experimental and modeling frameworks. His work addresses critical environmental challenges, including the ecological consequences of invasive species and the biotransport of pollutants by migratory fish.

Katherine Leeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Management
• Agricultural Economics
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Katherine Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology at the University of Idaho, part of the College of Agricultural & Life Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wyoming (2016) and a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2008). Her research focuses on interdisciplinary studies combining economic and ecological models to address feedback mechanisms between human activities and natural systems. Key areas include invasive species management, climate change impacts on agriculture, and environmental policy design. Education: Ph.D., University of Wyoming, 2016 B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2008 Research Interests: Katherine’s work bridges environmental economics and ecological systems analysis. She explores topics such as optimal ecosystem management, cost-benefit analysis of biological control programs, and socio-ecological outcomes of natural resource policies. Her recent studies address livestock production under climate variability, flood risk communication, and disease risks from human-environment interactions. Advising & Grants: No formal student advising or grant details are listed in the provided text. Her academic contributions focus on publication and policy-oriented research. Courses Taught: AgEc 451: Applied Environmental and Natural Resource Economics AgEc 532: Natural Resource Economics and Policy

Elizabeth Croneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Population Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Climate Change Effects
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Elizabeth Crone is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Tufts University's School of Arts and Sciences (Medford Campus). Her research focuses on plant-animal interactions, population ecology, and conservation biology. She investigates topics such as mast-seeding in plants, climate impacts on butterfly populations, and bumblebee demography. Crone holds a PhD in Botany and Genetics from Duke University and a BS in Biology from the College of William & Mary. Affiliations: Affiliate, Biology at Tufts University Education: PhD, Duke University (1995); BS, College of William & Mary (1991) Her research integrates theoretical ecology with empirical studies, emphasizing statistical advancements. Current projects include analyzing monarch butterfly declines, effects of mast-seeding on ecosystems, and climate-land use influences on pollinators. Crone has secured grants from organizations like the National Science Foundation and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Professional Activities: She has presented globally at conferences such as the Ecological Society of America Annual Meeting and led workshops on spatiotemporal population dynamics. Awards include the Project of the Year Award (SERDP, 2018) and recognition as a Foreign Member of the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters (2017). Teaching: Crone instructs graduate courses in research design, ecology, and biology seminars. She supervises capstone projects and doctoral research. Labs/Teams: Leads projects on pollinator conservation and plant population dynamics, collaborating with institutions like the U.S. Department of Defense and the Max Planck Institute.

Judit Szaboمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Conservation Biology
• Ornithology
• Ecotoxicology
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Judit Szabo is an Adjunct Research Fellow at Charles Darwin University's Faculty of Science and Technology, Environment. Her work focuses on conservation biology, ornithology, and ecotoxicology. She holds a Master's in Ecology and a PhD in Ecotoxicology, studying pesticide impacts on Australian birds. Her research includes Red List assessments for Australian bird species, contributing to the Action Plan for Australian Birds, and conservation efforts for migratory waterbirds in the East Asian–Australasian Flyway. She advocates for effective use of volunteer-collected data in conservation, particularly in Australia and Brazil, emphasizing ethical field methods and data analysis. Her expertise spans bird monitoring techniques, citizen science initiatives, and policy development for NGOs in Africa and Asia. Key contributions include analyzing biodiversity datasets, evaluating restoration strategies, and addressing threats to endangered bird populations. She collaborates globally, focusing on tropical ecosystems like the Brazilian Atlantic Forest and Cerrado. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life on land and sustainable cities.

William Montevecchiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Ecology
• Marine Biology
• Conservation Biology
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William Montevecchi is a John Lewis Paton Distinguished University Research Professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland, affiliated with the Departments of Psychology, Biology, and Ocean Sciences within the Faculty of Science. His interdisciplinary research focuses on seabird behavioral ecology, environmental change, and conservation, with a global collaborative network. He holds a B.A. from Northeastern University, M.Sc. from Tulane, and Ph.D. from Rutgers. Research interests include seabird responses to environmental shifts, Arctic and Boreal ecosystem dynamics, and seabirds as ecological indicators. Key projects involve bycatch mitigation, Leach’s Storm-Petrel population decline, and tracking seabird foraging strategies. Supported by NSERC, DFO, and WWF, his work integrates oceanography, fisheries science, and conservation. Publications exceed 230 peer-reviewed articles, with contributions to marine policy and risk assessments. Recipient of the John Lewis Paton Distinguished Professorship, recognizing academic excellence. Collaborates with international institutions across North America, Europe, Australia, and Africa. His lab conducts fieldwork in Newfoundland’s Ecological Reserves, emphasizing applied conservation solutions. Outreach includes media engagements and public education on seabird ecology and environmental challenges.

Joshua Millerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Paleontology
• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
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Joshua H. Miller is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geology at the University of Cincinnati, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on interpreting ecological data from bone accumulations (death assemblages) across modern, sub-fossil, and fossil realms. He employs multidisciplinary methods combining ecology, conservation biology, and GIS to refine understanding of biological data preservation in bones. His work bridges paleobiology and modern wildlife management, with a particular emphasis on Arctic caribou migration patterns and Pleistocene megafauna dynamics. Miller has secured significant grants including a National Science Foundation EAGER grant (2021–2023) to study climatic influences on migratory fidelity, and a National Geographic Society grant (2012–2014) exploring historical caribou calving grounds via bone analysis. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature and Proceedings of the Royal Society B . Grants (PI): National Science Foundation (DEB-2135479, $200,000) Animal Welfare Institute Christine Stevens Wildlife Award ($10,000) U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service contracts ($30,000–$15,000) His scientific contributions include reconstructing historical animal movements via strontium isotopes and bone taphonomy, with notable studies on mastodon migration, mammoth extinction chronology, and caribou calving grounds in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Miller collaborates internationally, addressing questions about climate change impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity.

Nicolas Lapointeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Freshwater Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Fisheries Science
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Nicolas Lapointe is an Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University and Senior Conservation Biologist – Freshwater Ecology at the Canadian Wildlife Federation. His work focuses on freshwater habitat conservation, species at risk, and aquatic connectivity. He holds a BSc in Environmental Science from Carleton University (2003), an MSc in Biology from the University of Windsor (2005), and a PhD in Fisheries Science from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (2010). His research emphasizes freshwater connectivity restoration, fish passage remediation, and the application of science to environmental policy. Key projects include developing the Canadian Aquatic Barriers Database and analyzing the effectiveness of the Canadian Fisheries Act revisions. He investigates barriers to fish migration, species at risk recovery, and the impacts of human activities on aquatic ecosystems. Recent publications address salmon migration dynamics, policy effectiveness, and invasive species management. His work bridges academic research with practical conservation solutions, particularly in hydropower mitigation and watershed planning. Lapointe collaborates with policymakers, industry, and Indigenous communities to advance sustainable freshwater management practices.

Michael Friskمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fish Ecology
• Population Modeling
• Life History Theory
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Dr. Michael Frisk is a Professor in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) at Stony Brook University. His research focuses on fish ecology, population modeling, and life history theory. He leads the Frisk Laboratory, collaborating with organizations like the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and Kenya Marine & Fisheries Research Institute. His work integrates telemetry, ecosystem modeling, and field studies to address challenges in marine conservation, fisheries management, and climate impacts. Key projects include the Nearshore Ocean Trawl Survey, acoustic tracking of sharks and sturgeon, and studies on Lake Turkana fisheries. His lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, involving students and postdocs in projects such as winter flounder thermal tolerance and PFAS accumulation in coastal sharks. Education: Ph.D. in 2004 from the University of Maryland, Center for Environmental Science. Research interests span fisheries ecology, migratory patterns, and ecosystem resilience. The lab’s activities include collaborative projects on species distribution modeling for offshore wind development and the ecological implications of climate change. Dr. Frisk mentors graduate students and advises on grants related to marine spatial planning and conservation. Scientific contributions include over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work focusing on telemetry validation, PFAS contamination in marine species, and winter flounder population dynamics. The Frisk Lab also engages in outreach through field surveys and public education initiatives.

• Parasite Evolutionary Ecology
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Wildlife Disease
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Alan Lymbery is a Professor at Murdoch University's Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystems within the Harry Butler Institute. His research focuses on the evolutionary ecology of parasitic disease in aquatic ecosystems. He investigates host-parasite interactions, their evolution, and impacts on biodiversity. Research themes include baseline ecosystem studies and wildlife ecology/behavior. Current projects examine parasite diversity in Australian wildlife, climate change impacts on aquatic parasites, and sustainable aquaculture alternatives. His work spans freshwater and marine systems, combining ecological fieldwork with molecular techniques.

David Wellsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Biology
• Fisheries Science
• Shark Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Wells is a Professor and Graduate Program Chair in the Department of Marine Biology at Texas A&M University at Galveston. He holds the George P. Mitchell Endowed Chair in Sustainable Fisheries and is a Chancellor EDGES Fellow. His research focuses on the biology and ecology of sharks, bony fishes, and rays, with emphasis on habitat use, movement dynamics, trophic ecology, and conservation. He leads the Shark Biology and Fisheries Science Lab, which explores marine ecosystems from offshore to estuarine environments. Dr. Wells teaches courses in ichthyology, fisheries techniques, and marine population biology. His work integrates acoustic telemetry, biochemical tracers, and environmental modeling to address fisheries sustainability and ecological connectivity. Education: Ph.D. in Oceanography & Coastal Sciences, Louisiana State University (2007) M.S. in Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences, Texas A&M University (2002) B.S. in Biology, Oregon State University (1998) Research Interests: Shark and fish ecology, fisheries management, trophic interactions, estuarine connectivity. His lab investigates species such as blacktip sharks, bonnetheads, and tuna, with applications to conservation and sustainable resource use. Scientific Awards: Chancellor EDGES Fellow George P. Mitchell Endowed Chair in Sustainable Fisheries Teaching & Outreach: Courses include MARB 311 (Ichthyology), MARB 320 (Fisheries Techniques), and fieldwork in Greece focusing on marine mammals and cultural heritage. He emphasizes scientific communication through MARB 482 and advanced graduate courses like MARB 606. Lab Members: Current students include Emily Meese, Paco Fontaine, Brett Sweezy, and Natalie Windels. The lab collaborates on projects like the Gulf Research Institute for Highly Migratory Species (GRiHMS), addressing challenges in fisheries and marine conservation.

Michael Russelloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Comparative Genomics
• Environmental Change
• Speciation Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Russello is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, affiliated with the Braes Institute and part of the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on the intersection of ecology and evolution, employing genomic tools to address biodiversity conservation challenges. Key areas include climate adaptation in species like American pikas, genomic vulnerability of salmonids, and conservation genetics of endangered species such as Galapagos giant tortoises. He develops innovative genetic monitoring methods using non-invasive and archival samples, with applications in invasive species management and fisheries policy. Research Themes : Comparative genomics, environmental change impacts, speciation dynamics, wildlife conservation, fisheries management. Methodologies : Genotyping-by-sequencing (GT-seq), population genomics, ancient DNA analysis. His work bridges theoretical and applied conservation biology, with a focus on translating genomic insights into actionable management strategies. Projects span diverse taxa, from reptiles and amphibians to fish and mammals, addressing both local and global ecological challenges. Collaborations with conservation organizations and government agencies ensure real-world application of his research findings.

Carissa Kleinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Conservation Science
• Marine Spatial Planning
• Sustainable Seafood
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carissa Klein is an Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow at The University of Queensland's School of the Environment. She leads the Ocean Conservation Team, focusing on marine and coastal conservation through interdisciplinary research addressing ecological, economic, and social dimensions. Her work emphasizes land-sea conservation planning, marine spatial zoning, and sustainable seafood practices. She has advised numerous organizations and governments, including Sabah Parks and the Wildlife Conservation Society. Dr. Klein holds degrees in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Science and Management (MS), and a PhD in Conservation Science from The University of California, Santa Barbara and The University of Queensland. Her research has received international recognition, including the ASPIRE Prize and the Sir Keith Murdoch Fellowship. She collaborates globally to integrate conservation science with policy, fostering solutions that balance human needs and ecological preservation. Her team’s research spans marine megafauna vulnerability assessments, fisheries governance, and coral reef protection. Key recent contributions include frameworks for combating illegal fishing and improving sanitation for reefs. She advises on the design of marine protected areas and has pioneered tools like Marxan with Zones software for spatial conservation prioritization. Dr. Klein’s work intersects with policy, equity, and economics, aiming to achieve conservation outcomes that are socially just and ecologically effective. She advocates for inclusive conservation practices and the integration of Indigenous knowledge systems.