Congratulations to Professor Eri Saikawa on being named a 'New Voices' leader by the National Academies. "New Voices aims to expand the diversity of experts engaged in the work of the National Academies while supporting leaders who are addressing national and global challenges. During their two-year term of service, the new members will engage in… Continue reading Professor Saikawa Named ‘New Voices’ Leader by National Academies
“Pathogens do not respect species boundaries,” says disease ecologist Thomas Gillespie, an associate professor in Emory University’s department of environmental sciences, who studies how shrinking natural habitats and changing behaviour add to the risk of diseases spilling over from animals to humans.The Guardian, March 18, 2020 “Apes are endangered primarily because of habitat loss and poaching, and more… Continue reading Covid 19 Threatens Great Apes: Professor Gillespie provides his expertise across media outlets
We are thrilled to celebrate with Professors Saikawa & Brosi in their Emory College of Arts & Sciences awards for Excellence in Teaching and Mentoring. Recognized at Emory's Commencement ceremony on May 13, 2019, Professor Saikawa received the Emory Williams Award for Distinguished Teaching and Professor Brosi received the Emory College Award for Academic Advising.… Continue reading Professor Saikawa & Professor Brosi Recognized for Excellence in Teaching and Mentoring – Commencement 2019
Why scientists are trying to keep the delicate, tattered fabric of the world's flora and fauna from unraveling completely By Tony Rehagen Link to Emory Magazine • Winter 2018
Department of Environmental Sciences 