James J Willacker, Jr.
I am an Ecologist specializing in aquatic and trophic ecology at the USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center in Corvallis, OR
I am broadly interested in aquatic ecology and in particular the application of trophic ecology to questions of ecotoxicology, evolution, physiology, and conservation biology. My current research focuses on understanding the interplay among ecological, biogeochemical, and physiological processes that govern contaminant accumulation in biota, particularly fishes and other aquatic taxa. My work is also aimed at quantifying ecological risk and toxicological impacts associated with contaminants, particularly mercury.
Professional Experience
2013 - Present: Ecologist, USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, Corvallis, OR
2009 - 2013: Doctoral Researcher, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK
2009 - 2012: Instructor, Alaska Community Action on Toxics, Anchorage, AK
2007 - 2009: Aquatic Ecologist, Environmental and Natural Resource Institute, Anchorage, AK
Education and Certifications
Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, AK (2013)
M.S., Biological Sciences, University of Alaska, Anchorage, AK (2009)
B.S., Environmental and Forest Biology- Summa cum laude, State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (2006)
Honors and Awards
Outstanding Graduate Researcher Award, Environment and Natural Resources Institute, University of Alaska, Anchorage, AK. (2011)
Valedictorian, SUNY ESF (2007)
University Scholar, SUNY (2007)
Faculty Honors, Department of Environmental and Forest Biology, SUNY ESF (2007)
Robin Hood Oak Award, SUNY ESF (2006)
Science and Products
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Mercury in fishes from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, Alaska
Mercury in fishes from 21 national parks in the Western United States: inter- and intra-park variation in concentrations and ecological risk
Non-USGS Publications**
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Science and Products
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
Mercury in fishes from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, Alaska
Mercury in fishes from 21 national parks in the Western United States: inter- and intra-park variation in concentrations and ecological risk
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.