Research Focus
The
•Examining the influences of
anthropogenic stressors on wetland communities,
•Evaluating management and monitoring
techniques for wetland communities,
•Devising conservation and restoration
strategies for wetland ecosystems, and
•Studying the ecology of amphibian
diseases.
Students in the program study all aspects of wetlands,
including hydrogeomorphic processes and resident communities (phytoplankton,
hydrophytes, aquatic invertebrates, amphibians, fish, waterbirds). Most studies examine the interaction of
humans and wetlands. Anthropogenic
influences could be land-use disturbances or prescribed management and
conservation techniques. All studies are
structured in a preconceived experimental design used to test specific
scientific hypotheses. All students that
Dr. Gray mentors build skills in the ecological and quantitative sciences. Intensity and dedication are mottos of the UT
Wetlands Program along with light-heartedness, teamwork, and fun. Having a good time while working hard is
important!
If you are interested in pursuing graduate studies in
the
Current Post-doctoral Research Associate
Current Graduate Students
Wetlands Program Alumni
•Liz Burton (current
employer: Tennessee Valley Authority)
•Kate Carpenter (current employer: UT College of Veterinary Medicine)
•Melissa Foster (current employer: United States Peace Corps)
•John Laux (current employer: Nebraska Game and Parks Commission)
•Jonathan McCurry (current employer: Breedlove,
Dennis & Associates, Inc.)
•John Mulhouse (current employer: University of New Mexico)
•Chandler Schmutzer
(current employer: Battle Ground Academy)
•William Thompson
(current employer: National
Institutes of Health)
•Drew Wirwa (current employer: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)
Other Links
The
Center for Wildlife Health
Johnson Animal Research
and Teaching Unit Facility (JARTU
Aquatics Laboratory)
Department of
Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
