جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Peter Bustonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioral Ecology
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Peter Buston is an Associate Professor of Biology and Director of the BU Marine Program at Boston University. He holds a PhD from Cornell University (2002). His research focuses on marine evolutionary ecology, specifically population connectivity and social evolution in marine organisms. Key projects include analyzing larval dispersal in coral reef fish and investigating non-breeding strategies in clownfish and emerald gobies. His work combines field studies, molecular genetics, and mathematical modeling. Research Interests: Behavioral Ecology : Social evolution, cooperative breeding, and conflict resolution in marine fish societies. Population Ecology : Larval dispersal patterns and marine reserve design implications. Evolutionary Biology : Size hierarchies, reproductive strategies, and life history trade-offs. Articles Trends: Recent studies emphasize parental care plasticity, larval behavior influences on connectivity, and the role of punishment in stabilizing social queues. Work spans clownfish, damselfish, and goby species, with applications to conservation biology and marine ecosystem management. Collaborations : International networks include collaborators on larval genetics and biophysical modeling. The Buston Lab welcomes students/postdocs for fieldwork and data reuse projects. Labs/Teams : The Marine Evolutionary Ecology Lab at BU investigates frontier questions in marine behavioral, population, and evolutionary biology.

Halley Froehlichمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Aquaculture Sustainability
• Climate Change Impacts
• Marine Ecosystems
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Halley Froehlich is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). She holds a joint appointment in the Environmental Studies Program and co-leads the Froehlich Lab, which focuses on sustainable seafood systems, aquaculture, and climate change impacts. Froehlich earned her B.Sc. in Animal Biology from UC Davis and her Ph.D. in Marine Ecology & Fisheries Sciences from the University of Washington. Her postdoctoral work at the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) explored sustainable open-ocean aquaculture. Her research bridges ecology, policy, and data science to address global challenges in marine ecosystems. Key areas include aquaculture’s role in mitigating climate change, interactions between aquaculture and fisheries, and public perceptions of conservation efforts. Froehlich is a co-Principal Investigator on cross-departmental projects and collaborates internationally on seafood sustainability. Her lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining field physiology, social modeling, and ecological analysis. Current projects investigate climate adaptation strategies for aquaculture, spatial planning for marine resource efficiency, and co-location of aquaculture with renewable energy infrastructure. Froehlich actively promotes diversity in STEM, particularly in underrepresented fields like fisheries and aquaculture. Publications highlight her work on climate impacts, aquaculture policy, and sustainable food systems. She advises graduate students (e.g., Claire Gonzales) and postdocs (e.g., Lauren Smith), mentoring future leaders in marine science. Froehlich’s lab is located in Bren Hall, and she can be reached at hefroehlich@ucsb.edu for collaboration or student inquiries.

Stephen Wroeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Palaeontology
• Biomechanics
• Evolutionary Biology
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Stephen Wroe is a Professor in Evolutionary Biology at the School of Environmental and Rural Science, Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law, University of New England (UNE), Australia. He is the Director of the Function, Evolution & Anatomy Research (FEAR) Lab, a multidisciplinary team collaborating with researchers from the University of Newcastle and University of New South Wales. His research integrates 3D imaging, finite element analysis, and biomechanics to explore evolutionary patterns in living and extinct animals. His primary research areas include: Palaeontology Physical Anthropology Biomechanics Cranial Mechanics Evolution of Carnivores and Marsupials 3D Modeling of Fossil and Extant Species Wroe’s recent research publications (2018–2021) reveal a strong trend in computational biomechanics and geometric morphometrics, applied to diverse taxa such as raptors, marsupials, primates, crocodiles, and early birds. His work frequently involves finite element analysis to simulate feeding behavior, cranial stress, and locomotion, contributing to understanding evolutionary adaptations. He has developed extensive 3D models from CT scans, enabling digital 'crash-testing' of skulls to assess functional performance. His scientific honors include: ARC Discovery Outstanding Researcher Award Fellow (2014–2016) ARC QEII Research Fellow at the University of New South Wales (2006–2010) U2000 Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Sydney (2000–2005) Wroe has supervised over two dozen higher degree research students, serving as primary supervisor for 14 PhD and 3 Honours students, and co-supervisor for 10 PhDs. He has been awarded five major Australian Research Council grants, supporting his innovative research in evolutionary biomechanics. He also coordinates the course ZOOL100 at UNE and mentors students in palaeontology and zoology. He leads the FEAR Lab, which uses cutting-edge 3D modeling and biomechanical simulation to investigate functional anatomy across evolutionary time. The lab collaborates widely and encourages student-led projects on diverse taxa, provided CT scan data is available.

Svenja Papenmeierمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Marine Geology
• Sediment Dynamics
• Hydroacoustic Habitat Mapping
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Dr. Svenja Papenmeier is a Researcher in the Marine Geophysics Working Group at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde . She previously worked at the Alfred Wegener Institute (2012–2019) and the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel (2008–2012). She holds a PhD in Marine Geology from Kiel University, a Master’s in Marine Geosciences from the University of Bremen, and a Bachelor’s in Geosciences from the same institution. Research Focus: Hydroacoustic habitat mapping in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and Siberian Arctic Development of seabed mapping standards (BSH No: 7201) Automated stone/boulder detection in acoustic datasets using neural networks Paleogeographic evolution of the Elbe River valley and Sylt Outer Reef Long-term analysis of dynamic bedforms and sediment distribution Scientific Contributions: Published 15+ peer-reviewed articles on marine sedimentology, AI applications in acoustic data, and coastal dynamics Key projects: OTC Stone (BMBF-funded), DAM CREATE , LABS , PaleoElbe , AMIN Regular presenter at international conferences (GeoHab, EGU, AGU) on topics like AI-based habitat mapping and sediment dynamics

Redouan Bsharyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Game Theory
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Redouan Bshary is a Professor in Behavioral Ecology at the University of Neuchâtel since 2004, with a focus on understanding cooperation and mutualism across species. His research integrates game theory with empirical studies on marine cleaning symbiosis, vervet monkey social dynamics, and human cooperation. Education : Biology at Ludwig-Maximilian-University Munich (1985-1991), PhD at Max-Planck-Institute for Behavioural Physiology (1995). His work spans three primary model systems: (1) Marine cleaning mutualism between wrasses and reef fish in the Great Barrier Reef, (2) Male service provisioning in vervet monkeys in South Africa, and (3) Human cooperation linked to language evolution. He has received prestigious grants including DFG (1997-2003) and Marie Curie (2000-2002). Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, combining neuroanatomy, ecology, and behavioral experiments to explore cognitive evolution in fish and primates. Awards include the Nico Tinbergen Award (2002) from the Ethological Society. Leadership Roles : Dean of the Faculty of Sciences (2016-2018, 2022-2024), Director of the Institute of Biology (2008-2012). Contact: redouan.bshary@unine.ch | Phone : +41 32 718 30 05.

• Marine Biology
• Ecology
• Fisheries
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Prof. Bayram ÖZTÜRK is a distinguished Turkish marine biologist at Istanbul University , serving as Professor in the Faculty of Aquatic Sciences, Department of Marine and Freshwater Resources Management . With a career spanning over 35 years, he has held key positions including Head of Department (2005-2009, 1997-2001), Dean (2006-2009), and University Executive Board Member (2002-2005). His scientific journey began with a Doctorate in Deniz Bilimleri (1989) and Postgraduate studies (1987) at Istanbul University, following an Undergraduate degree in Biyolojik Oşinografi (1983) from Ege University. Education : Doctorate (1989) in Marine Sciences, Istanbul University; Postgraduate (1987) in Biological Oceanography; Undergraduate (1983) in Biological Oceanography, Ege University As a leading authority in marine mammal ecology , fisheries , and marine pollution , Prof. ÖZTÜRK has published 271 WoS-indexed works and supervised 22 theses. His research spans cetacean population genetics, invasive species dynamics, and environmental contamination analysis, with major contributions to understanding the genetic structure of Phocoena phocoena in Turkish waters and documenting marine alien species in the Mediterranean. His recent publications focus on harbour porpoise genetics (2025), gorgonian coral transplantation (2023), and anthropogenic impacts on marine ecosystems (2019). Over 47 projects have advanced marine conservation, including proposals for Turkish marine protected areas and international Antarctic research collaborations. Scientific Awards : Basic Security In The Field II Certificate (2016) Kaptanlık Certificate (1999) CMAS 1* Diving Instructor Certification (1988) Prof. ÖZTÜRK has supervised diverse marine biology theses since 1993, including studies on Mediterranean monk seals, Black Sea cetaceans, and invasive lionfish. He contributes to scientific policy through advisory roles and serves as editor for key marine journals.

Brian Chengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine Ecology
• Global Change Ecology
• Predator-Prey Interactions
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Brian Cheng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, focusing on marine ecology and global change impacts. He teaches courses like ENVIRSCI 214 – Ecosystems, Biodiversity, and Global Change and NRC 590M – Marine Ecology . Education: Postdoctoral Fellow, Smithsonian Institution (2014–2017) Ph.D., University of California, Davis (2014) M.S., San Diego State University (2008) B.S., University of California, Santa Barbara (2001) His research bridges oceanography and biology to examine climate change, biological invasions, predator-prey dynamics, and marine protected areas. He employs lab experiments, field observations, and meta-analysis. Recent publications show a focus on marine climate adaptation , invasive species , and thermal physiology across diverse systems—from lobster fisheries to freshwater mussels —with interdisciplinary approaches linking ecosystem function and anthropogenic stressors . Key Collaborations: Co-authored with teams at Smithsonian Institution, UC Davis, and global institutions. Contributed to high-impact journals like Nature Climate Change and Science . He maintains a lab website and Google Scholar profile, emphasizing data transparency ( code and data available for several studies).

Oscar Juarezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bacterial Pathogenesis
• Enzyme Mechanisms
• Host-Pathogen Interactions
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Oscar Juarez is an Associate Professor of Biology at the Lewis College of Science and Letters, Illinois Institute of Technology. His research focuses on bacterial pathogenesis and metabolic adaptations using interdisciplinary approaches including structural biology, enzymology, and drug design. Dr. Juarez leads a biomedical research lab investigating host-pathogen relationships in Chlamydia trachomatis and Vibrio cholerae , with applications in antibiotic development. Education: Ph.D. from National University of Mexico B.S. from National University of Mexico Research Interests: The Juarez Lab employs molecular and structural biology techniques to study: Enzyme kinetics and electron transfer mechanisms in bacterial respiratory chains Metabolic strategies of pathogens during infection Conformational dynamics of ion-transporting proteins Rational design of inhibitors targeting bacterial energy metabolism Publication Focus: Recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates strong emphasis on: Antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and novel antibiotic development Bacterial respiratory adaptations under stress conditions Structural characterization of energy-transducing enzymes Ecological physiology of marine organisms Antiviral and peptide-based therapeutics Projects: Current research includes: Structural analysis of enzymes in ion homeostasis Host-pathogen relationship studies in bacterial infections Computational drug design against pathogenic targets Laboratory Expertise: Specializes in mechanistic enzymology, protein chemistry, and metabolic network characterization. The lab utilizes techniques including X-ray crystallography, kinetic assays, and transcriptomic analysis.

• Marine Biology
• Experimental Ecology
• Population Genetics
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Robert Black is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Biological Sciences, The University of Western Australia, with expertise spanning marine biology, experimental ecology, and population genetics. His research contributes significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. BA from University of Saskatchewan MSc from University of British Columbia PhD from University of California His primary research interests include marine invertebrate ecology, genetic diversity analysis, population dynamics, and reproductive biology. Black's work often focuses on Western Australian marine ecosystems, particularly studying species like limpets, snails, and giant clams. His fingerprint analysis shows strong expertise in snail biology (100%), allozyme analysis (66%), Western Australia ecosystems (66%), genetic divergence (40%), and gene flow (25%). His publication record shows consistent output with works spanning from 1996 to 2025, demonstrating long-term research continuity. His recent articles reveal a dual focus on marine ecology and human reproductive biology, with significant attention to population dynamics across diverse species from marine invertebrates to mammals. Black's research has generated considerable academic and public interest, with some publications gaining coverage from 41 news outlets, blogged by 7 sources, and shared across multiple social media platforms including X (82 users), Facebook (4 pages), and Bluesky (2 users). He has received research funding through prestigious Australian programs including ARC Discovery Projects (2003-2004) and Fisheries Research & Development Corporation (1995-1996), demonstrating sustained support for his investigative work in marine ecology and conservation biology.

Kosmas Henchمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Genetic and Social Inheritance
• Gene-Culture Co-Evolution
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Kosmas Hench is a Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, Department for the Ecology of Animal Societies. His work focuses on evolutionary processes linking social and genetic inheritance in wild populations, particularly gene-culture co-evolution and feedback dynamics between animal behavior and gene flow. He combines behavioral ecology and population genetics approaches. Key research interests include adaptive radiation in marine environments, genomic architecture of phenotypic diversity, and conservation genomics. Notable publications address rapid radiation in Caribbean hamlet fishes and Antarctic fur seal genome refinement. Fieldwork includes expeditions to Svalbard and collaborative projects on primate home range estimation. He develops bioinformatics tools and Docker containers for genomic analysis (e.g., genome assembly, population genetics).

Alexandra Grutterمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Coral Reef Ecology
• Marine Parasitology
• Evolutionary Biology
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Dr. Alexandra Grutter is a researcher at the School of the Environment, University of Queensland, with a focus on coral reef ecology and marine parasitology. She is affiliated with the Centre for Marine Science and conducts research programs at Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef and on campus. Dr. Grutter earned her Doctor of Philosophy from James Cook University. Her research integrates multiple disciplines including evolutionary biology, molecular biology, parasitology, and animal behaviour. She uses field observations to generate hypotheses which are tested using field and laboratory experiments. Her primary research interests focus on cleaning symbiosis as a model system for developing and testing models of non-kin cooperation in multispecies mutualisms. She investigates the ecological significance of cleaning behaviour in reef fishes, the direct and indirect effects of cleaner fish on the coral reef community, interactions between larval coral reef fish and parasites, the effects of parasites on fish physiology, and the taxonomy of gnathiid isopods. Dr. Grutter also studies the role of colour and pattern in communication among animals, the molecular and colour pattern biogeography of cleaner fish, and sustainable amateur marine aquaria. Analysis of Dr. Grutter's recent publications reveals a strong focus on coral reef ecology, parasitology, and fish behaviour. Her work spans disciplines including marine biology, ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation science. Recent research has particularly emphasized the role of cleaner fish in reef ecosystems, parasite-host interactions, and the impacts of environmental changes on marine communities. Dr. Grutter has supervised 28 postgraduate students, all of whom are now employed in science-related areas. Her research has been supported by multiple grants including ARC Discovery Projects, National Geographic Society grants administered by Deakin University, and Sea World Research and Rescue Foundation grants. Current projects include investigating the effects of climate change on reef mutualisms and the role of parasites in coral reef fish recruitment. Dr. Grutter's research is conducted through the Coral Reef Ecology Lab, with field programs at Lizard Island and Heron Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Her work involves collaborations with researchers across multiple institutions and countries, contributing significantly to our understanding of marine ecosystem dynamics and conservation.

Katja Kasimatisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Evolutionary Biology
• Genetics
• Genomics
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Katja Kasimatis is an Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of Virginia, specializing in the evolutionary and genetic mechanisms underlying sexual differentiation. Her research integrates experimental evolution, genomics, and population genetic theory to explore how shared genomes produce sex-specific traits and the long-term evolutionary impacts of sexual conflict. She holds a B.S. in marine biology (University of California Santa Cruz, 2013), a Ph.D. (University of Oregon, 2019), and completed postdoctoral work at the University of Toronto (2019–2023). B.S., University of California Santa Cruz (marine biology with Honors), 2013 Ph.D., University of Oregon, 2019 Postdoc, University of Toronto, 2019–2023 Her work leverages Caenorhabditis nematode model systems to dissect the interplay between sex-specific selection and genomic architecture. Key areas include proteomic analysis of sperm activation, dominance reversals in genetic conflict, and transcriptomic responses to sexual selection. She also investigates human genomics for sexually antagonistic viability patterns. Recent publications highlight trends in reproductive interference, transcriptomic sexual conflict, and the genomic constraints imposed by sexually antagonistic selection. Her lab employs cutting-edge techniques like microfluidic assays and auxin-mediated sterility induction to study nematode mating dynamics and lifespan trade-offs. Current projects in the Kasimatis Lab focus on experimental evolution in nematodes, population genetic theory, and spatiotemporal gene expression analysis. The lab is actively recruiting graduate students and postdocs to expand these research directions.

• Marine Biology
• Coral Reef Ecology
• Physiological Ecology
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Professor Mia Hoogenboom is a marine ecologist at James Cook University, specializing in the physiological and ecological processes influencing coral reef organisms. Her research focuses on how environmental conditions affect individual organism performance, population dynamics, and ecosystem resilience, particularly under climate change pressures. Key themes include coral energy budgets, symbiosis dynamics, microplastic impacts, and reef restoration strategies. Her work integrates field studies, experimental manipulations, and computational modeling to address three core areas: environmental controls on individual fitness, adaptive significance of phenotypic plasticity, and coral metabolism/photosynthesis. Recent projects highlight the role of light/water flow in coral health, behavioral plasticity in fish offspring, and the mitigation of coral bleaching through habitat complexity and restoration tools. Publications emphasize coral reef degradation mechanisms, including studies on microplastic toxicity, ocean acidification, and global bleaching events. Her research contributes to conservation strategies, such as optimizing coral-seeding technologies and prioritizing resilient species for restoration. As a mentor, Professor Hoogenboom supervises doctoral students exploring topics like AI-driven coral reef monitoring, coral demography under environmental gradients, and engineering solutions for reef restoration. Despite no listed awards, her extensive peer-reviewed output reflects significant contributions to marine science.

Katie Nicklesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Organismal Biology
• Marine Biology
• Coral Reef Ecology
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Katie Nickles is an Instructor in Biological Sciences at Wellesley College, where she teaches laboratory components for courses including Introduction to Organismal Biology, Environmental Horticulture, Human Biology, Marine Biology, and Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Vertebrates. She holds a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Rhode Island. Her research focuses on organismal biology, marine biology, and underwater research. Specifically, she studies the development of lateral line systems in coral reef fishes, coral restoration, marine disease ecology, and environmental impact assessments. Her work integrates field research with scientific diving across diverse marine ecosystems. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong thematic focus on coral reef ecology, sensory biology in fishes, and restoration techniques. Major trends include investigations into sensory organ development, coral disease management, behavioral ecology of reef species, and comparative assessment of restoration methodologies.

Sean Powersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fisheries Ecology
• Marine Conservation
• Restoration Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sean Powers serves as the Angelia and Steven Stokes Endowed Professor in Environmental Resiliency and Director of the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences at the University of South Alabama, while also holding the position of Senior Marine Scientist at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. His dual roles bridge academic leadership and frontline marine research in the Gulf of Mexico ecosystem. Dr. Powers completed his Ph.D. at Texas A&M University in 1997, establishing the foundation for his expertise in marine fisheries and ecosystem dynamics. This advanced training equipped him for his current focus on conservation science and resource management. His research program centers on fisheries ecology with emphases on conservation and restoration of coastal shellfish and finfish populations. Powers investigates ecological relationships of estuarine fishes and benthic invertebrates supporting commercial and recreational fisheries, aiming to generate actionable science for habitat restoration and sustainable management. His work frequently addresses human impacts on marine ecosystems and climate change adaptation strategies, with particular attention to Gulf of Mexico fisheries. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on red snapper, red drum, and oyster reef systems through integrated approaches combining field surveys, biophysical modeling, and long-term monitoring. Key themes include artificial reef efficacy, oil spill impacts on marine communities, and fisheries management responses to regulatory changes, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary collaboration across ecology, conservation, and policy domains. Dr. Powers currently mentors eight graduate students across Ph.D. and master's programs while securing major research funding from Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, NOAA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and NOAA RESTORE Science Program. His active grants address ecosystem-based fisheries management, artificial reef monitoring, oyster restoration, and estuarine fish dynamics. Embedded within the Dauphin Island Sea Lab research infrastructure, Powers leverages extensive field access to Gulf of Mexico ecosystems while maintaining strong partnerships with state and federal management agencies to ensure his science directly informs conservation decisions.