Dr. Julia Parrish

Professor

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Biography

Julia K. Parrish is a Professor at the University of Washington in the Biology Department and the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences. Her research interests lie primarily in Conservation Biology, focusing on seabird populations in the Pacific Northwest. She studies a variety of factors affecting seabird population dynamics, including anthropogenic influences and climate change. Parrish has a strong commitment to conservation solutions and hosts an active citizen science program for beached bird data collection. After beginning her academic journey with a Bachelor’s in biochemistry and biophysics at Carnegie Mellon University and gaining experience at the Duke Marine Lab, she pursued a PhD in fish schooling behavior and later transitioned to seabird research. Her extensive work includes addressing issues such as fisheries bycatch and the impacts of oil spills on seabirds. Julia's publications include notable articles in the Journal of Island Coastal Archaeology and the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, emphasizing her dedication to integrating science with practical solutions for wildlife conservation.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Teaching and conducting research on seabird populations and conservation strategies.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.