Carleton Univeristy

Professor of Fish Ecology and Conservation Physiology and Canada Research Chair, Institute of Environmental Science and Department of Biology, Carleton University (Canada)

Dr. Steven Cooke’s research covers many disciplines in the areas of fish ecology, physiology, and behavior, as well as research in human dimensions, knowledge mobilization, and policy. In 2015, he founded the Canadian Centre for Evidence-Based Conservation, which synthesizes information for policy makers. His research findings (600+ peer-reviewed publications) have ranged from fish passage solutions and habitat restoration activities, to addressing issues related to fish and turtle bycatch and innovations in recreational fisheries management. He has worked diligently to raise the profile of inland fish and fisheries to resource development globally.

Steve’s hard work in creative approaches in science and his ability to engage in partnership research has been recognized with several awards, including the Roderick Haig-Brown Award, the Latornell Leadership Award, and NSERC E.W.R. Steacie Award (given to the top six under-40 Canadian scientists), as well as being elected into the College of the Royal Society of Canada. Steve is an active member of the American Fisheries Society and is currently serving as President of the International Fisheries Section.