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Nicholas Mandrak is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on freshwater fishes and imperiled taxa around the world. He investigates the significant concern regarding the conservation of freshwater fishes, noting that approximately 30% of freshwater fishes are threatened in North America, with 25% classified as a conservation concern in Canada. His work highlights major stressors contributing to the decline of native species, including habitat alteration, destruction, and the spread of aquatic invasive species. Mandrak's research aims to understand the patterns and processes affecting Canadian freshwater fishes across various taxonomic and geographic scales, which is essential for the conservation and recovery of fish biodiversity in Canada. He also engages with prospective MSc and PhD students, encouraging them to submit their CVs and research interests for potential collaboration in his lab. Further details about his research and ongoing projects can be found on his lab website.
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