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Research

The Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology is dedicated to the advancement of new knowledge and new discoveries in ecology and related fields of science, such as the study of evolution, behavior, biodiversity, and environmental science. Our researchers also strive to develop new approaches and methodologies that advance both scientific discoveries and applications of ecological knowledge and evidence for effective biological conservation and natural resource and environmental management. Our research is conducted in field sites throughout Texas and the world, and most of our faculty, technical staff, and students have strong international collaborations. Research in developing tropical countries is an especially strong focus for many of our researchers. 

Some areas of research focus within the department include:

ecosystem dynamics, population and community ecology, ecological modeling, ecophysiology, behavioral ecology, ecotoxicology, biogeography, biodiversity conservation, aquatic ecology, forest ecology, range ecology, coastal ecology, and marine biology

Much of the basic research conducted by ECCB scientists addresses emerging environmental challenges, such as habitat fragmentation, climate change, pollution, invasive species, and host-parasite interactions. Research training and experiences prepare our students to become proficient scientists, effective team leaders, and professionals dedicated to addressing complex environmental problems that affect biodiversity, ecosystem services and people worldwide.

Research and Teaching Collections

The Biodiversity Research and Teaching Collections are comprised of preserved specimens of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, parasites, and marine invertebrates that are available for use by the scientific community.

Visit BRTC

The S.M. Tracy Herbarium (TAES/TAMU) is a vibrant and rapidly expanding collection of over 360,000 plant specimens. The herbarium provides irreplaceable material for global scientific inquiry and service to our local communities.

Visit the herbarium

Affiliated Labs and Research Centers

LASERS Lab

Laboratory of Parasitology

Population Ecology Lab

Ecological Systems Laboratory

The Lawing Lab

Mariana Mateos Lab

Forest Ecology Lab

The West Lab

The Yorzinski Lab

CICHAZ

Boutton Biogeochemistry Lab

Voelker Lab

Costal Ecology & Management Lab

Fish Nutrition Lab

Luis Hurtado Lab

The Light Lab

The Moore Ecohydrology Lab

Riverscape Ecology Lab

Veldman Lab of Fire Ecology and Savanna Conservation

Wilcox Ecohydrology Lab

The Casola Lab

Stable Isotopes for Biosphere Science (SIBS) Lab

The Fitzgerald Lab

The Grace Lab

Biodiversity Assessment & Monitoring Lab

Ecomorphology & Comparative Physiology Lab

Wildlife Ecotoxicology Lab

Fisheries Ecology Lab

Shark Biology and Fisheries Science Lab

The Winemiller Aquatic Ecology Lab

Systematic Ichthyology Lab

Renée and Ray Frisbie are creating a family legacy by setting up a testamentary charitable remainder unitrust to benefit loved ones and support their Aggieland passions after their lives.

A family legacy of sustainability, education

Rob Williams January 22, 2021 No Comments
Frisbie family gifts will support agriculture, ecosystems, education, more Source: A family legacy of sustainability, education | AgriLife Today Texas A&M University often shapes the…
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black bird with customized headpiece technology designed to track blinking behavior

To Study Blinking, a Scientist Needed a Literal Bird’s Eye View

Carrie Baker January 8, 2021 No Comments
It took a customized headpiece to monitor when and how much a grackle blinked in flight. Source: To Study Blinking, a Scientist Needed a Literal…
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Texas A&M researchers investigate effects of hydrology and climate on tree growth

Carrie Baker November 23, 2020 No Comments
A team of researchers from the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology and the Department of Geography at Texas A&M University recently published research on…
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Rusty Feagin

Feagin receives the 2020 Robert G. Dean Coastal Academic Award

Carrie Baker November 23, 2020 No Comments
Written by Justin Agan ’18 Rusty Feagin, Ph.D. recently received the Robert G. Dean Coastal Academic Award from the American Shore & Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA).…
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West, Jason

West named ECCB Associate Department Head

Carrie Baker November 2, 2020 No Comments
Learn more. For more information on Dr. Jason West, visit his personal page or lab website.
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Mickey Parker and Jordan Rogan

Parker, Rogan awarded U.S. Senator Phil Gramm Fellowship

Carrie Baker October 19, 2020 No Comments
The Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology is pleased to announce that Mickey Parker and Jordan Rogan were among seven doctoral students who received a…
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