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Heather LynchProfessor and Institute for Advanced Computational Sciences Endowed Chair in Ecology & Evolution; Director for the Collaborative for the EarthEcology 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
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