Dan Crear
About Dan Crear
Dan Crear is a Research Associate at ECS in Silver Spring, Maryland, with a strong background in marine biology and ecology. He holds a PhD from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, where he studied the impact of climate change on marine fish species.
Current Position at ECS
Dan Crear serves as a Research Associate at ECS, a role he has held since 2019. In this position, he is based in Silver Spring, Maryland, where he focuses on habitat modeling and quantitative ecology. His work supports fisheries management efforts at NOAA Fisheries Highly Migratory Species Management Division. This role allows him to apply his extensive background in marine science to address critical issues related to marine ecosystems.
Previous Experience at Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Prior to his current role, Dan Crear worked as a Graduate Student at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science from 2015 to 2020. During this five-year period in Gloucester Point, Virginia, he conducted research that contributed to the understanding of marine environments. His studies included examining the effects of climate change on marine species, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent doctoral research.
Educational Background in Marine Biology
Dan Crear holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marine Science from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, which he completed from 2015 to 2020. His doctoral research focused on the impact of climate change on the redistribution of marine fish species. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Marine Biology from California State University, Long Beach, from 2012 to 2015, where he studied the effects of altered water temperatures on Eastern Pacific green sea turtles. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Marine Biology from the University of New England, completed from 2008 to 2012.
Research Assistant Role at University of New England
Dan Crear worked as a Research Assistant at the University of New England from 2009 to 2012. This three-year experience provided him with practical skills in research methodologies and data analysis, contributing to his development as a marine scientist. His work during this period laid the foundation for his advanced studies in marine biology and ecology.