Ian Shriner
How can we bring people and biodiversity together?
Hello! And welcome to my website.
I grew up outside– the kind of childhood that found me in the branches of a tree or peering under a log more often than not. This connection has led me to explore the natural world through science and photography.
Broadly, my curiosity leads me along two primary pathways. I love exploring the ecology of biodiversity, namely the microbiological foundation of complex or unique traits such as chemical defense. And I am passionate about understanding the ways we, as a species and society, interact with nature through science, economics, and art.
Previously, I have conducted research on giraffe behavior in Tanzania, avian ectosymbionts in Papua New Guinea, the diversity of birds and mammals in the Sierra Nevadas, and red tree vole distribution in Oregon's Coast Range. I am currently studying ringtail (Bassariscus astutus) diet using fecal metabarcoding.
Outside of my research, I enjoy taking photographs of landscapes, wildlife, and the people I work with... and anything else that catches my fancy. I'm especially passionate about using photography as a tool for sharing curiosity and increasing the visibility and impact of research.
Feel free to explore my website for more information about the research projects I’ve worked on, and my most recent photography.
Get in touch! I'd love to hear from you.