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State: Tennessee
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga
Department: Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
I teach a variety of classes in Biology and Environmental Science, from introductory level to graduate level. I also conduct research on avian ecology, and serve on various committees of the University and professional societies.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal behavior
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State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor of Biology
Description of Position:
A mix of research, teaching, and service.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic Ecologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Earth and Planetary Sciences
Position: Distinguished Scientist & Professor Emeritus
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Research on tectonics of the Appalachians and other mountain chains, neotectonics (modern earthquake activity, principally in eastern North America), and landslides, with spinoff in earthquake hazard, radioactive waste disposal, applications of geology to engineering problems.
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wetlands – Physical
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
Position: Professor and Assistant Head
Description of Position:
Understanding the interactions of biology, behavior, movements, and population genetics will increase our ability to manage wildlife. I use physiological approaches and GPS-tracking technology to investigate management questions about mammals. Recent projects focus on white-tailed deer and elk ecology. Teaching focus on wildlife physiology and ecology and management of mammals.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal Physiology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife Ecologist
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: University of Kentucky
Department: Forestry and Natural Resources
Position: Professor and Chair
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Chair, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Kentucky
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Water Quality
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Exotic Species
State: NC
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor and Director of the Herbarium
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Professor of Biological Sciences, specializing in Botany and Plant Systematics
Director and Curator of the WCU Herbarium
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plants – Other
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State: WV
Non-Federal Partner: Marshall University
Department: Biological Sciences
Position: Associate Professor
Description of Position:
Researcher and educator
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
Tertiary Expert Skill: GIS
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Anthropology
Position: Associate Professor
Description of Position:
Research and teaching in primatology, animal conservation, and human biology
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Professor of vertebrate functional morphology, biomechanics, feeding behavior, and predator-prey interactions
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic Biologist/Ichthyologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal Behavior
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Entomology and Plant Pathology
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Employed as a Professor (Scientist, Researcher, Teacher) in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology at the University of Tennessee (25% Teaching/75% Research Appointment). Responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to integrated pest management, general entomology, invasive species, and biological control. Research is focused on understanding biology and life history characteristics of invasive species to enhance development and implementation of effective, economical, and environmentally sound management strategies. Research is underway in natural areas, forests, and agricultural systems. Current targets of research efforts include emerald ash borer, hemlock woolly adelgid, kudzu bug, walnut twig borer, and crapemyrtle bark scale.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Entomology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Exotic Species
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Research focuses on wildlife populations in managed ecosystems, currently involved in forest and wetland management and wetland restoration for amphibians and reptiles. Broader focus on breeding and movement behavior of amphibians, birds, and reptiles.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Herpetology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Ornithology
State: GA
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Geological and Environmental Sciences
Position: Professor Emeritus
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Professor Emeritus and Adjunct Research Professor
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Geologic Resources
Tertiary Expert Skill: Other not listed
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor
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Associate Professor of Biology and Science Education and Program Director of Biology Secondary Education. I study ecology of plant-pollinator mutualisms at multiple scales, particularly the population scale. I use various tools such as inventories, population genetics and demographic models to answer questions in these systems. I also have a strong backgorund in plants (botany/taxonomy) and in education (science/environmental and teacher education).
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Ecology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Environmental Education
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
Position: Professor
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Forest Ecology and Silviculture
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plant Communities
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State: 22
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
Department: School of Engineering + Technology
Position: Associate Professor
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Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Statistics
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State: AL
Non-Federal Partner: Jacksonville State University
Department: Department of Biology
Position: Assistant Professor of Biology
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I am an evolutionary biologist and my research focuses on integrating genomics, ecological data, and computer modeling to reconstruct the evolutionary histories of species and populations. This work addresses basic questions (e.g. “Why are there so many species?”, ‘How do species adapt to their environment?’) and applied questions (e.g. “How do we delimit and monitor species?”) about the evolution of freshwater and terrestrial organisms. My research on evolutionary processes in biodiversity ‘hotspots’ takes me across the Americas, from the southeastern US to Central America and South America. On-going projects in my lab focus on conservation genomics of threatened and endangered minnow species from central Alabama and the Southern Appalachian Mountains; life history evolution and rapid evolution of intraspecific reproductive isolation in livebearing fish; biomonitoring Alabama freshwater fishes; and predicting responses of Alabama’s coastal dune plant ecosystems to global climate change and sea-level rise. I teach a variety of courses here at JSU, including Introductory Biology I (BY 101), Ichthyology (BY 460), Ecology (BY332), Biodiversity (BY 542), Seminar in Systematics (BY 577), and Biology Internship (BY 397).
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Genetic, Cell & Molecular
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Forest Resources & Environmental Conservation
Position: Associate Professor
Description of Position:
I investigate human behavior as it relates to environmental stewardship, with an emphasis on the role of natural resource users in protecting biodiversity and imperiled ecosystems. This leads me to investigate a wide variety of topics including outdoor recreation, nature-based tourism, ecosystem-based management, endangered species, and private lands conservation.
Main Scientific Focus: Social Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Outdoor Recreation
Tertiary Expert Skill: Conservation Planning
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: SPES
Position: Associate Professor
Description of Position:
Associate Professor
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Water Quality
Tertiary Expert Skill: Soils/Agronomy
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Middle Tennessee State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
Position: Professor
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State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Geography
Position: Associate Professor
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Research, University Teaching
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
Tertiary Expert Skill: Other not listed
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Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Microbiology
Position: Mossman Professor of Microbiology
Description of Position:
Research in the Wilhelm lab focuses on the interactions of microbial communities with the environment and in turn how the environment shapes microbial communities. Scientists at all levels work to resolve the synergies between microbial communities and biogeochemical cycles in lakes and ocean systems around the globe. Lab members use biomolecular tools – DNA and RNA sequencing, metabolomics, and PCR-based quantitative analyses – to study viruses, bacteria, cyanobacteria and algae. Currently the laboratory has a specific focus on virus ecology, toxic cyanobacterial blooms and the development of quantitative molecular tools for microbial ecology.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic – Marine Ecology
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Entomology & Plant Pathology
Position: Professor
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My research interests are extremely broad-based and my various skill sets have proven to be useful in a number of ways. My main focus is on the taxonomy and community composition of soil micro- and mesofauna, with emphasis on nematodes, springtails (Collembola) and Protura. Currently I collaborate with colleagues in the U.S., Algeria, Australia and Ukraine on systematics of Collembola, Protura and other hexapods. My lab has high-end light (BF, PC, DIC) microscopes equipped with high-resolution cameras, so we do a ton of imaging that enhances our understanding of what we are viewing and improves the publications we develop.
My colleague Dr. Gary Phillips and I are continuing the first extensive survey of nematodes inhabiting millipede intestines. Nearly every millipede at least 2 mm wide contains nematodes, sometimes exceeding 1,000 in a single intestine. We estimate at least 40 species live in North American millipedes. Most of them are new species and we are actively describing them.
I am also testing fiber and CBD hemp cultivars for susceptibility to root galling by the southern root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita. Because hemp growth was largely banned for the past 80 years, we know little about the effect of this important plant parasite on hemp health.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Arthropods
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Sewanee: The University of the South
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Cave biologist with particular experience in invertebrate animals.
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science
Position: Associate Professor
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Water and Wastewater Engineer
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Engineering
Tertiary Expert Skill: Environmental Education
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Middle Tennessee State University
Department: History
Position: Professor
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Professor of History
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: University of North Carolina – Asheville
Department: Biology
Position: Professor and Chair
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I am Chair of the Biology Department as well as an instructor in various courses in plant biology/ecology. I mentor undergraduate research students in this area also, with a focus on plant physiological ecology, plant conservation biology, invasion biology, and plant-fungal interactions.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – TES species
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Professor and Assistant chair of Biology at WCU
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Ornithology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Other
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Research, teaching, undergraduate and graduate student research mentorship
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Diseases
Tertiary Expert Skill: Other not listed
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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plant ecologist
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Ecologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: University of Kentucky
Department: Earth & Environmental Sciences
Position: Professor of Geology
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Teaching and research on the geology of the Appalachian Basin area in eastern United States
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Fluvial Geomorphology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Environmental Education
State: TN
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Assistant Professor of Biology
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Teach courses in biology to undergraduate and graduate students. Perform research related to areas of expertise. Advise and train graduate students.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife Ecologist
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Middle Tennessee State University
Department: Sociology and Anthropology
Position: Professor of Anthropology
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Over thirty years of experience in prehistoric and historic archaeology of Tennessee.
Main Scientific Focus: Social Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Archeology – Historical
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State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Forest Resources & Environmental Conservation
Position: Research Biologist, Recreation Ecologist
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I work for the U.S. Geological Survey, duty-stationed at Virginia Tech, where I conduct research on visitor impacts to protected natural areas. I predominantly study trail and camping impacts and consult w/agencies and volunteer stewards on site and visitor management to sustain use w/less resource impact.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Ecologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Outdoor Recreation Planning
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: College of Arts and Sciences
Position: Dean
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Historian, previous NPS university Liaison
Main Scientific Focus: Cultural Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Interpretation (Recreation)
Tertiary Expert Skill: Historical Preservation
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Microbial ecologist and geomicrobiologists focusing on carbon, methane and manganese cycling in environmental systems.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Genetic, Cell & Molecular
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
State: KY
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga
Department: BGES retired
Position: Retired
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Retired geologist
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
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State: GA
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: EEB and math
Position: Chancellor’s Professor
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Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Mathematics and Director of the Institute for Environmental Modeling
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Ecology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Computer Applications Developer
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Chemistry and Fermentation Science
Position: Associate Professor
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor
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Aquatic ecologist with an emphasis on stream and wetland biogeochemistry, algal ecology and harmful algal blooms, and stream food webs.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Water Quality
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wetlands – Biological
State: VA
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Martin
Department: Ag, Geosciences & Natural Resources
Position: Department Chair
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Department Chair and Professor of Plant and Soil Science
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Ecology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Urban/Landscaping
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Research interests: Ecology of freshwater invertebrates; fish propagation, parasitology, bioenergetics; biotic indices. Courses taught: Invertebrate Zoology, General Ecology, General Parasitology, Fisheries Management, Fish Culture.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic Insects
Tertiary Expert Skill: Aquatic Ecologist
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor, USGS Coop Unit Leader
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Leader of USGS Cooperative Fishery Research Unit. Associate Professor, Biology. Research Fishery Biologist.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic Ecologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Air Resources/Climate
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: School of Environmental Studies
Position: Professor
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Professor of Environmental Studies at Tennessee Tech University
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic – Fisheries Management
Tertiary Expert Skill: Aquatic Biologist/Ichthyologist
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Anthropology
Position: Adjunct Professor/Curator of Archaeology Emerita
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Archaeologist with expertise in the East Tennessee region
Main Scientific Focus: Cultural Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Historical Preservation
Tertiary Expert Skill: Archival Preservation
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Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
Department: Folk Studies and Anthropology
Position: Department Head and Professor
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Head of department and instructor in anthropology
Main Scientific Focus: Cultural Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Archeology – Bio/Forensic
Tertiary Expert Skill: Archeology – Historical
State: VA
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State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: School of Plant & Environmental Sciences
Position: Consumer Horticulture Specialist
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I have a 100% extension appointment within the School of Plant and Environmental Sciences. However, within this appointment, my responsibilities are spread between three overall roles: 1) Program Director for the Extension Master Gardener Program 2) Consumer Horticulture Specialist for Virginia Cooperative Extension and 3) State Program Leader for Agriculture, also for Virginia Cooperative Extension.
Main Scientific Focus: Social Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Urban/Landscaping
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Lincoln Memorial University
Department: Mathematics & Sciences
Position: Dean and Professor of Biology
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Dean, School of Mathematics & Sciences
Professor of Biology
Estle Pershing Muncy Endowed Chair in Biology
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Communities
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
State: NC
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Assistant Professor
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I am Assistant Professor of Vertebrate Physiology. My research is focused on ways that aspects of global change (i.e. invasive species, climate change, urbanization) influence populations of reptiles and amphibians. In particular, I am interested in understanding how invasive species and/or rising temperatures impact nesting behavior, nest success, egg survival, and embryo development in various species of reptiles and amphibians. I integrate both laboratory and field studies in my work and am experienced in a wide variety of research methods.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Exotic Species
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal Behavior
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga
Department: Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science
Position: UC Foundation Professor of Biology
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Professor of Biology. Field Botanist. Plant Biologist. Plant Taxonomist. Herbarium Curator.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plant Communities
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor of Biology
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teaching, research, and service
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal Behavior
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Ornithology
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Lincoln Memorial University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor of Biology
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Teaching within the Conservation Biology and general Biology Programs, research in aquatic biology and service to the university and community.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic Ecologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Aquatic – Lakes/Pond Specialist
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: School of Agriculture
Position: Professor
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Teach wide breadth of horticulture topics. ISA Certified Arborist, Municipal Specialist (Urban Forestry); Master Horticultural Therapist; Judge for America in Bloom.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plants – Other
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Anthropology
Position: Professor
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Professor and Director of Graduate Studies. I am a professor teaching and doing research on archaeology.
Main Scientific Focus: Cultural Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Archeology – Historical
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: assistant professor
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teaching, research, and service
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic Ecologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
State: TN
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: eeb
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State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Architecture
Position: Assoc. Professor
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Landscape architecture professor and Coordinator of Urban Design program.
Main Scientific Focus: Cultural Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Landuse and Development
Tertiary Expert Skill: Historical Preservation
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Fish and Wildlife Conservation – Conservation Management Institute
Position: Director
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I am a Certified Wildlife Biologist and senior research associate.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife Biologist
Tertiary Expert Skill: GIS
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: University of Kentucky
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science
Position: Professor
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Professor, Asst. Dept. Head, Biosystems Undergraduate and Graduate Program Coordinator; teaching and research in stormwater management and hydrologic monitoring
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Water Quality
Tertiary Expert Skill: Landuse and Development
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Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Fish and Wildlife Conservation_Conservation Management Institute
Position: Research Scientist
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Dr. Verl Emrick has been a researcher at the Virginia Tech Conservation Management Institute since 2000 serving initially as botanist/plant ecologist and military lands project coordinator. Since 2013 Dr. Emrick has served as a Research Scientist-Ecologist and Principle Investigator. Dr. Emrick manages and directs research teams comprised of research faculty, staff, technicians, and both graduate and undergraduate students. Since 2015, Dr. Emrick has been the Principle Investigator on 33 ecology, conservation, and natural resource related research and management projects for private, state, and federal land management agencies totaling over 2.9M. His project portfolio includes ecology and conservation projects for Virginia Department of Military Affairs, Marine Corps Base-Quantico, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and various private entities. Dr. Emrick has extensive experience in the design and implementation of field studies including, botanical surveys, endangered plant conservation, plant propagation and restoration, ecosystem processes, forestry, and community ecology. Dr. Emrick has also designed and directed the implementation of herpetofaunal surveys, small and meso-mammal surveys, and avian surveys. In addition, he has taught courses at Ferrum College and Virginia Tech ranging from Freshman Biology to tropical Ecology. Prior to coming to the Conservation Management Institute, Dr. Emrick was a research fellow with Oak Ridge National labs and the Army Corps of Engineers. In addition, he held research and technician positions with Colorado State University, University of North Carolina-Asheville, Coweeta hydrologic lab and North Carolina State University. He currently works on research projects involving, ecosystem restoration, forest carbon sequestration, threatened and endangered species research and management, disturbance ecology and biogeochemistry and is a member of the Association of Southeastern Biologists, Southern Appalachian Botanical Society, Ecological Society of America, National Military Fish and Wildlife Association and Sigma Xi research honor society.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Conservation Planning
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Forestry
State: NC
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Martin
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor
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I am an associate professor with a Ph.D. in microbiology and engage on research related to microbial diversity and teach courses in general microbiology, microbial ecology, and fermentation science.
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor and Assistant Chair of Student Affairs
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Dr. Tuberty teaches Invertebrate Zoology, Ecotoxicology, Fauna of Australasia, Careers in Biological Sciences, Belize Reef and Rainforest Ecology, and the freshman Biological Concepts II courses at ASU. The Tuberty Lab (including high school, undergraduate, & M.S. students) is focused on a great variety of interests related to southeastern ecotoxicology, ecophysiology and aquatic ecology issues. At the root of our efforts is a passion for sustainable management of water resources. In recent years we have worked on the endocrine disrupting effects of sewage effluents on fish, industrial chicken litter soil amendment practices on soil and water quality, and impacts of coal ash spills on water quality and aquatic community assemblages or rates of toxic metal bioaccumulation. We often assess the impacts of local toxin spills (NaOH, coal tar asphalt resealants, coal ash) or remediation projects and the recovery of the streams thereafter and are very involved in the CSETAC regional conference events.
The Tuberty Lab is a member of the AppAqua (Appalachian Aquatic Sciences) interdisciplinary research cluster working to understand the local ecology and impacts of land use change on water resources of the Upper South Fork New River as well as human impacts on other Southern Appalachian headwater streams that form the Catawba, Linville, New, N. Toe, Watauga and Yadkin Rivers which begin in the North Carolina High Country.
The Lab also collaborates with faculty and students from Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences and Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment to develop techniques to remove/degrade toxins from point sources and improve water quality. Members of our lab are dedicated to civic engagement through outreach to local schools, non-profits, and private citizens to educate and provide expertise and resources for water quality assessment. Dr. Tuberty has recently joined Environmental Stewards Consulting, Inc., a non-profit that serves as technical advisor to communities impacted by hazardous waste sites, as a board member and treasurer. Recently, our lab has focused on the impacts of road salts and sewage effluents on S. Appalachian headwater streams.We are finishing efforts on the east TN tailwaters of the South Holston River to better understand the invasive Didymo diatom (aka rock snot) and its impacts on the aquatic community there – an important Blue Ribbon Flyfishingdestination.
Dr. Tuberty is committed to promoting the ASU Strategic plan which among other things focuses on the sustainability efforts across campus as well as building resilient communities.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Toxicology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Aquatic Biologist/Ichthyologist
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: School of Plant and Environmental Sciences
Position: Professor of Soil and Wetland Sciences
Description of Position:
Full-time faculty, 60% teaching, 30% extension, and 10% research
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Soils/Agronomy
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wetlands – Physical
State: TN
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State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
Department: College of Science and Engineering
Position: Associate Dean and Director of the Applied Research and Technology Program
Description of Position:
As Associate Dean of Research, I facilitate the research and scholarship of faculty and students in the college. I also serve as the Director of the Applied Research and Technology Program which is comprised of shared, core laboratories that serve the research and technology needs of the campus and the regional community.
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Chemicals/Energy
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Toxicology
State: TN
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor
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Teaching and research in plant systematics, biogeography, botany.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Genetic, Cell & Molecular
State: FL
Non-Federal Partner: Jacksonville State University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor
Description of Position:
Invertebrate Zoologist
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatics – TES
Tertiary Expert Skill: Aquatic Insects
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Position: Senior Research Associate
Description of Position:
Senior research associate specializing in wildlife biology, endangered species management, and geospatial sciences.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife Ecologist
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Anthropology
Position: Associate Professor
Description of Position:
Associate professor in archaeology
Main Scientific Focus: Social Science
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State: TN
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Chemistry
Position: Chair, Department of Chemistry
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Faculty Research
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
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State: LA
Non-Federal Partner: Other
Department: Archaeology
Position: Sr. Project Manager – Archaeology
Description of Position:
Plan and implement archaeological investigations, both prehistoric and historic.
Main Scientific Focus: Cultural Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Archeology – Historical
Tertiary Expert Skill: Anthropology – Cultural
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Professor in Human Dimensions of Environmental Education, Interpretation, Communication, and Management
Main Scientific Focus: Social Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Interpretation (Recreation)
Tertiary Expert Skill: Sociology/Social Studies
State: NC
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Martin
Department: College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
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Dean Emeritus/Wildlife Biologist
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Environmental Education
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State: AL
Non-Federal Partner: Jacksonville State University
Department: Biology Dept
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
College Professor specializing in herpetology, ecology, animal behavior, conservation biology.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal Behavior
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Teaching and research
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Other
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
Department: Crawford Hydrology Laboratory
Position: University Distinguished Professor of Hydrogeology
Description of Position:
University teaching, research and service in geology, geography, hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, atmospheric sciences, and water resources
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Water Quality
Tertiary Expert Skill: Environmental Education
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Biological Sciences
Position: Bailey Professor
Description of Position:
University faculty member with primarily research duties
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor of Biology
Description of Position:
Teaching and Research
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wetlands – Biological
Tertiary Expert Skill: Wildlife Ecologist
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Chattanooga
Department: Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science
Position: Professor in Biology
Description of Position:
I teach courses in general biology, economic botany, dendrology and mycology. My current research is focused on the restoration of the American chestnut (Castanea dentata) to the Southern Appalachian hardwood forest. I am also working on establishment of a commercial chestnut industry in Tennessee. Project areas include: breeding for blight resistance (resistance to Cryphonectria parasitica), breeding for Phytophthora-root-rot resistance (caused by Phytophthora cinnamomi), investigations of hypovirulence for biological control of chestnut blight, Castanea germplasm collection and characterization, and chestnut cultivar evaluation. I am seeking undergraduate and graduate students interested in research on chestnut ecology, chestnut breeding, and/or chestnuts as a nut crop. For more information contact me at hill-craddock@utc.edu
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
Tertiary Expert Skill: Plants – Exotic Diseases
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science
Position: Professor
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Professor of Soil and Water Chemistry and Mineralogy
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Water Quality
Tertiary Expert Skill: Environmental Education
State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor of Aquatic Ecology and Department Head
Description of Position:
50% teaching & research (aquatic ecology, general ecology, and biostatistics), 50% administration.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Statistics
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Conservation
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
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State: GP
Non-Federal Partner: Appalachian State University
Department: Geological & Environmental Sciences
Position: Professor of Vertebrate Paleontology
Description of Position:
I teach geology courses regarding the history of the planet and the life on it. My research is field- and specimen-based vertebrate paleontology and stratigraphy.
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Other not listed
Tertiary Expert Skill: Other not listed
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Middle Tennessee State University
Department: Biology
Position: Professor of Biology
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Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Wildlife – Animal Behavior
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State: NC
Non-Federal Partner: Western Carolina University
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State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: Tennessee Tech University
Department: Biology
Position: Associate Professor and Chairperson
Description of Position:
I am department chairperson and teach the following courses: biostatistics, entomology, animal behavior, and the occasional graduate course in ecology.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
Tertiary Expert Skill: Bio – Entomology
State: AL
Non-Federal Partner: Jacksonville State University
Department: Biology
Position: Distinguished Professor of Biology
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Professor of biology, teaching, research and service.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic – Other
Tertiary Expert Skill: Water Quality
State: VA
Non-Federal Partner: Virginia Tech
Department: Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Teaching and research.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Statistics
Tertiary Expert Skill: Statistics
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Geography
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Research, Teaching, and Service as a Professor in Geography at UTK. I am also an Adjunct Faculty Member in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. My principal research area involves studying natural archives of environmental history, for example developing records of past fire, vegetation, and climate from lake-sediment records and soils. I also have some experience in tree-ring analyses of environmental change. In some of my work I collaborate with archaeologists to understand proxy indicators of past environments at archaeological sites.
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Aquatic – Other
Tertiary Expert Skill: Archeology – Prehistorical
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Dept. Civil & Environmental Engineering
Position: Professor and Director of the Tennessee Water Resources Research Center
Description of Position:
Professor and Director of the Water Resources Research Center conducts research related to river/stream water quality, watershed modeling, sediment transport and erosion, stream assessment techniques, and ecohydraulic-based stream restoration methods.
Main Scientific Focus: Physical Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Fluvial Geomorphology
Tertiary Expert Skill: Engineering
State: TN
Non-Federal Partner: University of Tennessee – Knoxville
Department: Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
Position: Professor
Description of Position:
Research and teaching in tree physiology and forest restoration
Main Scientific Focus: Biological Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Bio – Ecology/Landscape
Tertiary Expert Skill: Soils Resources
State: KY
Non-Federal Partner: Western Kentucky University
Department: Folk Studies and Anthropology
Position: Associate Professor, Anthropology
Description of Position:
Teaching faculty in the department of Folk Studies and Anthropology. Primarily duties include teaching, research, and advising/mentoring students. Teaching and research primarily focuses on cultural anthropology and issues related to social identity/social status (ethnicity, gender, race, class, etc.).
Main Scientific Focus: Social Science
Secondary Expert Skill: Tourism
Tertiary Expert Skill: Assessments – Cultural