Dr. Zoe Almeida

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Zoe Almeida is a Senior Research Associate in the Natural Resources Environment Section at the Cornell Biological Field Station. With a comprehensive training in aquatic ecology, her research focuses on addressing fundamental ecological questions aimed at managing and conserving fish populations. She has conducted research across small lakes, the Laurentian Great Lakes, and marine environments, utilizing both laboratory and field experiments alongside statistical simulation modeling. Zoe is passionate about collaborating with students, management agencies, and stakeholders to enhance understanding of the drivers behind population dynamics and inform science-based management strategies. Her recent work examines the impacts of warming on food quality and the immediate and long-term responses of fish populations to environmental changes. Almeida's scholarly outreach includes numerous publications that contribute to advancing knowledge in aquatic resource conservation and management, with a primary focus on freshwater fish.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Associate

2021-01-01 — Present

Cornell Biological Field Station • Bridgeport, NY

Conducting research focused on ecological questions related to managing and conserving freshwater fish populations.

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Portfolio (SlideRoom)
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture