Dr. Travis Brenden

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Biography

Travis Brenden is the Director of the Quantitative Fisheries Center at Michigan State University, where he focuses on research, outreach, and education in fisheries management. He holds a Ph.D. in Fisheries and Wildlife Science and has significant experience in quantitative modeling, assessment, and management of fish populations. His research primarily addresses the dynamics of fisheries that exploit multiple spawning populations and evaluates control strategies for invasive species and pathogen outbreaks in fish populations. Brenden's work closely aligns with outreach efforts, providing analytic modeling assistance to fishery management agencies in the Great Lakes region. Prior to his current role, he served in various capacities at the University of Michigan and Michigan State University, contributing to numerous projects aimed at enhancing fishery management practices through science-driven approaches.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2021-01-01 — Present

Quantitative Fisheries Center • East Lansing, MI

Leading research, outreach, and education efforts in fisheries management.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate

2005-01-01 — 2006-01-01

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Conducted advanced research in fisheries science.

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology