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Douglas Nowacek is a University Distinguished Professor at Duke University, focusing on marine science and conservation. His research integrates marine biology with engineering principles, primarily investigating the role of acoustic ecology in marine environments. He has made significant contributions to understanding how marine mammals, particularly cetaceans, utilize sound for communication and navigation, particularly in the face of anthropogenic noise. His work emphasizes the behavioral ecology of marine mammals and the impact of industrial activities on their populations. He conducts extensive research on call production and echolocation in species such as the bottlenose dolphin. Nowacek has received numerous honors, including being a visiting researcher at the University of St. Andrews. He teaches courses related to ocean engineering and marine bioacoustics, sharing his expertise in environmental conservation. His publications span diverse topics within marine ecology, from the effects of noise pollution on whale communication to studies on the foraging behaviors of humpback whales. Through his innovative research and teaching, he aims to promote sustainable practices that protect marine ecosystems.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)