Current lab members
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Jamie Roberts
Associate Professor, Dept of Biology, Georgia Southern University PhD: Virginia Tech MS: Virginia Tech BS: University of Georgia I am a fish ecologist with particular interests in population and community dynamics, dispersal ecology, population and conservation genetics, and environmental change. I apply a variety of field, genetic, and modeling methods to address key questions in fisheries management and conservation biology. At GSU, I teach Fisheries Biology, Ichthyology, Conservation Biology, Evolution and Ecology, Landscape Genetics, and Environmental Biology. Phone: 912-478-4687 Email: jhroberts"at"georgiasouthern.edu Google Scholar profile Research Gate profile PlumX profile Selected works profile Orcid ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4844-157X |
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Miranda Gaupp
MS student, Dept of Biology, Georgia Southern University BS: Millsaps College My thesis applies next-generation sequencing techniques for SNP discovery, coupled with landscape ecological hypotheses, to investigate the evolutionary dynamics of the endangered Reticulated Flatwoods Salamander (Ambystoma bishopi). With this project, I aim to inform RFS management on protected areas, such as plans to restore gene flow among populations and enhance genetic diversity of populations. |
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Scott Meyer
MS student, Dept of Biology, Georgia Southern University BS: Ohio State University Scott's thesis project will employ next-generation sequencing (ddRAD-seq) to explore genomic variation in wild and captive populations of 8 imperiled freshwater mussel species of the mid-Atlantic region (Dwarf wedgemussel, Appalachian elktoe, James spinymussel, Tar spinymussel, Brook floater, Yellow lance, and Atlantic pigtoe). This information will help illuminate the evolutionary dynamics of these and other species, and inform management programs to enhance genetic diversity and recover populations. |
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Hayley Robinson
Biology major, Georgia Southern University Hayley's honor's thesis research concerns habitat selectivity of coastal plain stream fishes. In particular, she is evaluating the predictive power of multi-scaled models to predict habitat selection of fluvial- versus nonfluvial-oriented species, and the transferability of these models across space and time. When she's not measuring fish habitats, she enjoys other outdoor activities, especially fishing! |
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Paul Braun
MS student, Dept of Biology, Georgia Southern University BS: University of Georgia My research interests are rooted in aquatic and marine biology, specifically fish species conservation. My work at Georgia Southern is focused on the development of monitoring protocols to assess spawning dynamics of Robust Redhorse (Moxostoma robustum). This species was believed to be extinct for 122 years, and was recently rediscovered. Developing a plan, along with techniques to monitor the reproductive success of Robust Redhorse is a critical step toward ensuring their persistence. |
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Jackson Sibley
Fisheries Technician, Georgia Department of Natural Resources MS student, Dept of Biology, Georgia Southern University BS: University of Tennessee Jackson's thesis research is focused on characterizing movement patterns, spawning timing, and egg production of wild striped bass in the Savannah and Ogeechee rivers. The goals of this research are to understand causes of recruitment failure in some Atlantic rivers, and to test the longstanding hypothesis that southern striper populations are relatively sedentary. |
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Garret Strickland
MS student, Dept of Biology, Georgia Southern University BS: Georgia Southern University My overall interest is in using molecular tools to assess and solve real-word problems, especially as they relate to ecological integrity. Currently, I am focusing on designing and optimizing the genetic tools necessary to detect the Roanoke logperch (Percina rex). This work relies on environmental DNA and strives to efficiently detect this imperiled darter species without traditional sampling. A fast, inexpensive, and accurate detection method represents a necessary foundation for further conservation efforts. |
Alumni
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Jackman Eschenroeder
MS: Georgia Southern University (2017) BS: University of Missouri Current position: Fisheries Biologist with FISHBIO in Santa Cruz, CA |
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Alex Wendt
MS: Georgia Southern University (2017) BS: Iowa State University Current position: Field and lab technician for Yellowstone Forever |
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Rebecca Scott
MS: Georgia Southern University (2018) BS: University of Rhode Island Current position: PhD student in Ainsworth lab at the University of South Florida |