Title: Assistant Unit Leader, Assistant Professor
Institution: Utah State University
Address: 5210 Old Main Hill- BNR 165, Logan, Utah 84322
Email: chad.teal@usu.edu
Phone: (407) 257-0127
Research Interests: Fisheries conservation and management, Invasive species, genetic sex-identification markers, endocrinology
Biographical Sketch:
My research focuses on fishes’ biology for the development and implementation of novel technologies and techniques for fisheries management and aquaculture. This includes exploiting the sexual biology and specific life histories of invasive species to assist traditional removal efforts, investigating sustainable aquaculture technologies and practices, and utilizing genomic methods to eradicate aquatic invasives and conserve threatened species. We often investigate fundamental biological and ecological questions to understand life history and demographic processes in native and invasive fish species. We conduct applied research which can be useful for natural resource agencies and private industries alike.
Education:
Ph.D. in Fisheries Conservation and Management, minor- Genetics, from the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ), granted 2022
M.P.S. in Aquaculture from the University of Miami (Miami, FL), granted 2016
B.S. Biology, minor- Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, from the University of Florida (Gainesville, FL), granted 2012
Professional Certifications:
Motorboat Operator Certification- U.S. Dept of Interior
AAUS Scientific Diver- National Association of Underwater Instructors
Ongoing and Recent CESU Projects:
- Implementation of the Trojan Sex Chromosome Approach in the San Juan River: Investigation and Validation of Feminization Methods for Channel Catfish
Other Research:
- Thiamine Availability in the Weber River and its Implications for Native Fish Conservation and Sportfish Management
- Population Genetics and Feminization Trials for Red Shiner
- Carp Feminization Trials for Invasive Population Mitigation