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Heather LynchAssistant ProfessorEcology and EvolutionSchool of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences
Biography
Heather Lynch’s research is focused on uncovering the population dynamics and biogeographic distribution of penguins and other Antarctic seabirds, with a particular focus on untangling the effects of climate change, fishing, and tourism. Dr. Lynch has been at the forefront of using high-resolution satellite imagery to map penguin occupancy and abundance across Antarctica. These data are improving our understanding of penguin biology and their response to climate change.
Education
- PhD and AM, Harvard University
- AB, Princeton University
News Highlights
March 13, 2023Freak storms stopped tens of thousands of birds breeding in AntarcticaNew ScientistRead ArticleMarch 22, 2023Thousands of Antarctic seabirds abandoned nests after snowstormsBird GuidesRead ArticleMarch 22, 2023Women's History Month: Talking with Catherine FoleyNOAA FisheriesRead ArticleApril 28, 2022Port Jefferson first graders set to learn about, and plant, treesTimes Beacon RecordRead ArticleMay 9, 2022Conservation Council Members Visit Spear Elementary SchoolPort Jefferson PatchRead Article