جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mark Hixonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Ecology
• Coral Reef Conservation
• Invasive Species Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mark Hixon is the Sidney & Erica Hsiao Endowed Professor of Marine Biology at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Department of Biology. He specializes in marine ecology and conservation biology, particularly coral reefs and invasive species management. With academic degrees from the University of California, Santa Barbara (BA 1973, MA 1974, PhD 1979), his career includes roles at Oregon State University (1984–2012) before joining UH in 2013. His research focuses on coral reef resilience, lionfish invasion impacts, and fisheries ecology. Notable projects include the Fish Flow Project tracing fish lifecycle dynamics and the REEFrame Project developing coral nurseries in Waikiki. He has served on editorial boards for major journals and advised federal marine conservation committees. Key publications address lionfish predation effects, coral reef restoration, and ciguatera toxin risks. Awards include recognition as the most cited coral reef ecologist (2004), International Coral Reef Society Fellowship (2016), and a 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award. His lab has mentored numerous graduate students and collaborates on interdisciplinary marine conservation efforts.

• Animal Cognition
• Wildlife Behavior
• Conservation Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Suzanne MacDonald is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at York University. Her research focuses on animal cognition and behavior, with a particular emphasis on spatial memory, wildlife interaction with humans, and conservation biology. She conducts fieldwork in Kenya and Canada, studying species such as primates, vervet monkeys, hyenas, lions, and urban wildlife like raccoons and turtles. Research Themes: Animal welfare, invasive species ecology, citizen science, and habitat restoration Key Projects: Orangutan cognition during pandemic lockdowns, desert habitat engineering, urban turtle populations, and predator-prey dynamics in Kenya Her work integrates behavioral experiments with ecological conservation, often involving interdisciplinary collaborations. Recent studies include using social media for turtle nest monitoring and evaluating lignocellulosic materials for desert habitats. She advises multiple graduate students exploring topics from primate psychology to reptile population dynamics. Her lab actively collaborates with institutions like the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and Langara University, focusing on both captive animal welfare and wild population management. Projects emphasize practical solutions for human-wildlife coexistence and endangered species recovery.

John Dowerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Oceanography
• Marine Ecology
• Zooplankton Ecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Dower is Professor of Biology at the University of Victoria, leading field-based research in biological oceanography. His Fisheries Oceanography and Zooplankton Ecology Laboratory investigates how bottom-up processes affect marine food webs in coastal British Columbia and the North Pacific. Research examines zooplankton production dynamics as key trophic links between primary production and higher predators, including fish, seabirds, and marine mammals. Current projects assess impacts of ocean climate change (warming, acidification) on ecosystem structure and function. Field studies combine ship-based sampling with ecological modeling to understand how environmental variability drives seasonal and interannual changes in marine productivity. Recent work also investigates microplastic contamination in marine food webs.

Francis Juanesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fish Ecology
• Predator-Prey Dynamics
• Juvenile Salmon Life History
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Francis Juanes is Professor of Biology at the University of Victoria and holds the Liber Ero Chair for Fisheries Research. His lab studies fish ecology, marine acoustics, and conservation through field experiments and computational modeling. Research examines predator-prey interactions in marine ecosystems, salmon migration ecology, bioacoustic monitoring techniques, and anthropogenic noise impacts on aquatic life. Work integrates behavioral ecology with conservation applications for sustainable fisheries. Publications emphasize marine soundscape analysis, innovative acoustic monitoring methods, and evidence-based marine protected area design. Recent articles address global patterns in underwater acoustics and noise mitigation strategies. Awarded the Liber Ero Chair for leadership in conservation-focused fisheries research. Supervises graduate students in marine ecology and maintains field research stations across British Columbia.

Vanessa Cowanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Veterinary Toxicology
• Mycotoxin Exposure in Livestock
• Epidemiology of Veterinary Toxicoses
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vanessa Cowan is an Assistant Professor in Veterinary Biomedical Sciences at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM), University of Saskatchewan. She holds a BSc (Honours) in Toxicology (2014), PhD in Toxicology (2020), and DVM (2023), all from the University of Saskatchewan. Her research focuses on mycotoxin exposure in livestock, specifically ergot alkaloid toxicity, and epidemiology of veterinary toxicoses such as lead poisoning in cattle and strychnine poisoning in dogs. Her work integrates clinical diagnostics, epidemiological analysis, and toxicological studies to address real-world challenges in livestock and wildlife health. Key contributions include investigations into ergot's subclinical effects on cattle reproduction and cardiovascular systems, as well as retrospective studies on poisoning incidents in domestic and wild animals. Methodological advancements in grain contamination detection and toxicant quantification further highlight her interdisciplinary approach. Recent publications emphasize the ecological and agricultural impacts of mycotoxins, with a focus on improving feed safety protocols and understanding toxin distribution patterns in Western Canada. Her research bridges laboratory science with field applications, directly informing veterinary practices and public health strategies.

Nicholas K. Dulvyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Biodiversity & Conservation
• Shark and Ray Conservation
• Fisheries Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicholas K. Dulvy is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Simon Fraser University (SFU). He holds a BSc (Honours) from the University of Birmingham and a PhD from the University of East Anglia. His research focuses on marine biodiversity conservation, shark and ray population dynamics, and the impacts of overfishing. He leads the Marine Biodiversity & Conservation lab, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to address global marine extinction risks. Roles: Professor, Shark Specialist Group member, conservation policy advisor Affiliations: SFU Department of Biological Sciences, IUCN SSG, Global Shark Trends Project Research Interests: Marine Conservation Biology , Thermal Biology of Fishes , and Ecosystem Function . Recent work highlights global shark population declines (50% since 1970) and the need for science-based fisheries management. Awards: 2023 Le Cren Medal, Highly Cited Researcher (2012-2022), multiple conservation leadership recognitions.

Zofia Baumannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Mercury Biogeochemistry
• Metal Bioavailability
• Radioecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Zofia Baumann is an Associate Research Professor in the Department of Marine Sciences at the University of Connecticut's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Her research investigates biogeochemical cycling of contaminants—particularly mercury—in marine ecosystems, examining bioavailability mechanisms, trophic transfer, and environmental drivers of methylmercury production. Baumann's work establishes connections between nutrient dynamics, dissolved organic matter chemistry, and mercury bioaccumulation across terrestrial-marine interfaces. Recent publications document contaminant distribution in marine plankton over tidal cycles, mercury partitioning in bivalve tissues, and dam-induced alterations in contaminant transport. Field sites include Long Island Sound, subarctic peatlands, and the Hackensack estuary. She leads oyster restoration initiatives and secured funding for the New Generation of Marine Scientists and Stewards Fellowship. Current graduate advisees include Gunnar Hansen and Wes Huffman. Her laboratory develops innovative approaches for monitoring contaminant mobility in coastal food webs.

Michael Steinkeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Marine Biology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Biogenic Volatile Organic Compounds (BVOCs)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Steinke is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Life Sciences at the University of Essex. His research focuses on biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) in aquatic organisms, sensor technologies for bivalve behavior (e.g., the Non-invasive Oyster Sensor, NOSy), and shellfish ecology. He investigates BVOC roles in physiology, ecology, and atmospheric interactions, with applications to climate science and fisheries management. Dr. Steinke holds a Dr. rer. nat. in Marine Biology from the University of Bremen. He has led numerous academic programs including the MSc in Marine Science and Sustainable Development, Integrated MSci in Tropical Marine Biology, and BSc Marine Biology. His administrative roles span Directorships for taught postgraduate programs and Theme Leadership in the ARIES Doctoral Training Partnership. Collaborations include global research networks and fisheries agencies, focusing on stress physiology of harvested species in warming oceans. His work bridges fundamental research with applied challenges, such as microplastic impacts and climate change mitigation strategies in coastal ecosystems. Publications emphasize BVOC cycling, microplastic toxicity, and plankton-microbe interactions, with over 70 peer-reviewed articles since 1995. He actively mentors students and welcomes collaborative projects in marine science, particularly in volatile metabolomics and sensor development.

Chaitanya Gokhaleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Biology
• Evolutionary Dynamics
• Game Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Gokhale is a Professor of Theoretical Biology at the Center for Computational and Theoretical Biology (CCTB) at the University of Würzburg, Germany. His research spans eco-evolutionary processes from subcellular systems to societies, focusing on interactions and hierarchies of organization. He leads a translational program rooted in theoretical biology, aligning with the Max Planck principle of "Insight preceding application." Education: PhD in Natural Sciences (2011, Christian Albrechts University), Master's in Bioinformatics (2008, Sikkim Manipal University), Bachelor's in Zoology/Biotechnology (2005, Fergusson College). Prior Roles: Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology (2016–2023), Postdoctoral Researcher at Massey University (2014–2016) and Max Planck Institute (2011–2014). Research Interests include evolutionary dynamics, game theory, population genetics, and eco-evolutionary applications in agriculture and medicine. His work bridges mathematical models with biological complexity, emphasizing cooperation, resistance evolution, and translational frameworks. Recent Articles (2025–2023): Focus on gene drives, fungal resistance, circadian rhythms, and cooperation in complex environments. These studies highlight interdisciplinary approaches integrating mathematical biology, computational ecology, and synthetic systems. Group Members: Dharanish Rajendra (PhD Student), Luis Alejandro Villanueva Hernandez (Postdoc), Carla Schuh (Student Assistant). Advising and Collaborations span eco-evolutionary dynamics and theoretical biology, with grants from institutions like the Max Planck Society and New Zealand Institute for Advanced Study. His lab explores how evolutionary principles can inform sustainable practices and microbial interactions.

Justin Yeakelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Webs
• Stable Isotopes
• Trophic Interactions
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Justin Yeakel is Associate Professor and Biology Program Chair at UC Merced's School of Natural Sciences, with a joint appointment as External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute. He leads the Quantitative EcoDynamics (QED) research group investigating ecological and evolutionary constraints on trophic interactions. His research examines physical and biological constraints shaping species interactions through theoretical and empirical approaches, including nonlinear dynamics, stable isotope analysis, paleontological data, and historical records. Key research areas include food web stability, extinction risk patterns, isotopic niche space, and behavioral evolution. Dr. Yeakel has extensively published on ecological networks, megafauna extinctions, and population dynamics. Recent work explores mass-dependent extinction thresholds, coarse-grained food web dynamics, and mortality patterns in megafauna. He mentors graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in eco-evolutionary studies.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Animal Communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Luis A Bonachea is a Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at San José State University (SJSU). He also serves during Summer Session Extension in the same department. His academic background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (2010) and a Bachelor of Science (2004) in Zoology, both from prestigious institutions: the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Florida, respectively. Dr. Bonachea's research focuses on behavioral ecology, particularly studying the mating behaviors and decision-making processes of Túngara frogs (Physalaemus pustulosus). His work investigates how factors like predation risk and sensory perception influence female mate choice, spatial navigation, and communication strategies. Key themes include sexual selection, predator-prey dynamics, and the evolutionary implications of acoustic signaling. His recent publications (2011) explore topics such as localization errors in mate search, predation risk effects on female preferences, and interspecific communication under threat. These studies contribute to our understanding of how ecological pressures shape animal behavior and reproductive strategies. No scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials. He has not reported advisee students in the available data. His professional activities remain centered on teaching and research in evolutionary and behavioral biology.

Charles R. Morganمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Freshwater Ecology
• Benthic Macroinvertebrate Interactions
• Water Quality Indicators
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Charles R. Morgan, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Biology and Director of the Biology Graduate Program at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), where he has served since 1990. His academic background includes a Ph.D. from the joint program at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry and Syracuse University, along with an M.S. and B.A. in related fields. His research focuses on freshwater ecology in dynamic water systems, particularly benthic macroinvertebrate interactions and water quality indicators, alongside studies on mammalian extinction processes in tropical wet forests. Dr. Morgan teaches courses such as Mammalogy, Emerging Infectious Diseases, and Biometry. His scholarly work emphasizes experimental approaches to predator-prey dynamics in streams and the ecological consequences of deforestation. He is affiliated with professional organizations including the Ecological Society of America and Sigma Xi. His publications span topics from Onondaga Lake fish communities to the role of sculpins in stream ecosystems, reflecting his commitment to both applied and theoretical ecological research. While no explicit awards are noted, his sustained contributions to freshwater and tropical ecology demonstrate significant academic impact. He currently oversees graduate training in biology and maintains active involvement in curriculum development for undergraduate science education.

Gail Fraserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Waterbird Ecology
• Wildlife Management
• Protected Area Management
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Gail Fraser is a Professor at York University’s Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change, specializing in waterbird ecology, wildlife management, and environmental policy related to offshore oil and gas. She holds a Ph.D. in Biopsychology from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Her research includes long-term monitoring of colonial waterbirds at Tommy Thompson Park and critical analysis of offshore oil governance. She has led projects funded by SSHRC and other agencies, focusing on conservation conflicts and marine protected areas. Her research integrates field ecology with policy analysis, examining topics like anthropogenic debris in bird nests, impacts of oil spills, and non-lethal wildlife management. Recent studies emphasize marine debris deposition, hydrocarbon spill responses, and equitable environmental decision-making. Awards include the Dean’s Teaching Award and Dean’s Service Award. She advises graduate and undergraduate students on projects spanning wildlife ecology, invasive species, and conservation policy. Current collaborations include restoration initiatives at Tommy Thompson Park and international comparative studies on offshore drilling regulations.

Lydia Wassinkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Behavior
• Ecology
• Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lydia Wassink is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of South Florida's College of Arts and Sciences. She focuses on undergraduate education and research mentorship, particularly in behavioral ecology and marine conservation. Her work bridges ecological and evolutionary contexts, emphasizing stress physiology in threatened species like lake sturgeon. She holds a Ph.D. in Integrative Biology and Evolution, Ecology, and Behavioral Biology from Michigan State University. Education: Ph.D., Integrative Biology / Evolution, Ecology, and Behavioral Biology (dual degrees), Michigan State University Her research investigates how environmental stressors impact wildlife behavior and physiology, with a focus on conservation applications. She has led student teams in course-based projects on tardigrade cryptobiosis and STEM inclusivity. Current efforts aim to expand undergraduate research opportunities in marine behavioral ecology. Publications highlight her work on lake sturgeon stress responses, predation dynamics, and cortisol analysis. She collaborates on strategies to address underrepresentation in STEM education. Advising & Research: Mentored student teams on ecology and evolution projects Developing new research themes in marine conservation She is affiliated with the Sarasota-Manatee campus and contributes to lab initiatives focused on applied conservation and student engagement.

Rachael Orbenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Animal movement
• Migration ecology
• Foraging ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rachael Orben is an Assistant Professor (Senior Research) in the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University's College of Agricultural Sciences, affiliated with the Marine Mammal Institute. She holds a PhD in Ocean Science from UC Santa Cruz (2014) and a BS in Biological Sciences from Cornell University (2002). Her research investigates animal movement patterns, migration ecology, foraging strategies, species-habitat relationships, food web dynamics, biologging applications, marine spatial planning, and seabird-fisheries interactions. She leads the Seabird Oceanography Lab and collaborates with the GEMM Lab, conducting field research in Alaska, the Northwest Hawaiian Islands, and the Falkland Islands. Current projects include fine-scale albatross-vessel interactions, animal movement methodology development (Residence in Space and Time), seabird flight height measurements for wind turbine risk assessment, Oregon coast seabird distributions, year-round Western Gull tracking, and red-legged kittiwake carry-over effects. She serves as Regional Representative for Oregon & Washington with the Pacific Seabird Group (2019-2021). Orben's publications demonstrate expertise in marine predator tracking, seabird-fishery interactions, and conservation technology applications. Recent work emphasizes disease ecology connections to animal movement and innovative biologging approaches. No scientific awards or student advisees are documented in the provided profile.