Dr. Julian Olden

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Biography

Julian Olden is a professor and ecologist exploring the structure and function of freshwater ecosystems and their response to environmental change. His research spans several fields, including conservation biology, biogeography, invasion ecology, and biostatistics. Olden's overarching vision is for a world where people understand, value, and conserve freshwater biodiversity while recognizing humans' increasing reliance on these vital aquatic resources. He seeks to integrate science-based approaches into on-the-ground management decisions and actively engages in science communication and citizen science initiatives. His contributions to the field have been recognized through several prestigious awards, including the 2010 Early Career Conservationist Award from the Society for Conservation Biology, fellowship designs from the Ecological Society of America, Aldo Leopold Leadership, and the American Fisheries Society. Additionally, Olden has been acknowledged as a Highly Cited Researcher by Web of Science in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Research Interests

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
Application Checklist
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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.