Dr. Harold Mooney

Professor

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Biography

Stanford ecologist Harold 'Hal' Mooney is the Paul S. Achilles Professor of Environmental Biology, emeritus, in the Department of Biology at Stanford University. He is also a senior fellow, emeritus, at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies. Mooney has had a transformative six-decade academic career, establishing himself as an internationally recognized expert in environmental sciences and field physiological ecology. His research has addressed how plant species respond to their environments and includes the development of methodologies for assessing plant interactions with biotic environments. Mooney has authored over 400 scientific publications and his recent research focuses on the impacts of global environmental change on terrestrial ecosystems, emphasizing biodiversity and ecosystem productivity. He has played a leading role in various international research initiatives regarding biodiversity, invasive species, and climate change and has served in significant roles with the International Council for Science (ICSU). Mooney earned his Ph.D. at Duke University in 1960 and has been with Stanford since 1968, contributing extensively to the academic and scientific understanding of the environment.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor, Emeritus Faculty

1968-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Paul S. Achilles Professor Environmental Biology in the Department of Biology, senior fellow emeritus at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment.

Awards

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ECI Prize

1990-01-01
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Max Planck Research Award

1992-01-01
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Eminent Ecologist Award

1996-01-01
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Nevada Medal

2000-01-01
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Blue Planet Prize

2002-01-01
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Ramon Margalef Prize

2007-01-01
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Tyler Prize

2008-01-01
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BBVA Foundation Award

2008-01-01
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Volvo Environment Prize

2010-01-01

Courses

EARTHSYS 297 ENVRES 398 EARTHSYS 250 ENVRES 399 EARTHSYS 199 BIO 290

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.