Dr. Dean Hendrickson

Biography

Dean Hendrickson is a curator of Ichthyology at the College of Natural Sciences, University of Texas at Austin. His research primarily focuses on the ecology and evolutionary history of fishes, particularly in the arid southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Hendrickson has dedicated a significant portion of his career to the Fishes of Texas project, which involves compiling and managing data relevant to conservation efforts. His work is intricately linked to the management of fish habitats and their respective taxa, contributing valuable insights into conservation in this geographic region. As a curator, he oversees the University of Texas fish collection and is involved in making the collection's data accessible and useful for conservation and research purposes. Hendrickson's efforts also include web publishing and bioinformatics to enhance data management for the Fishes Texas database, ensuring that it serves as a vital resource for studying and preserving fish species in Texas and beyond.

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