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Keith Tierney is a Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta, specializing in Biological Sciences. His research focuses on chemical-vertebrate interactions and aims to explore the sensory information that informs the behavior of animals in response to environmental health conditions. His specific interests include sensory physiology, examining the mechanisms enabling olfaction critical for mating, feeding, and locomotion. He studies various fish species, including popular model organisms like zebrafish. Another key area of his research is exercise physiology, particularly understanding how climate changes and dietary factors affect animal behavior and health. Tierney's toxicology research examines how contaminants in ambient environments and food can subtly alter animal behavior. His lab collaborates with national and international organizations, securing diverse funding from agencies such as Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Environment Canada. He teaches courses in Animal Physiology and Ecotoxicology.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management