Tim Carruthers
About Tim Carruthers
Tim Carruthers serves as the Director of Coastal Ecology at The Water Institute of the Gulf, where he has worked since 2014. His background includes roles at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, along with extensive academic qualifications in marine science.
Work at The Water Institute
Tim Carruthers has served as the Director of Coastal Ecology at The Water Institute of the Gulf since 2014. In this role, he has contributed to the strategic delivery of research that supports coastal restoration activities. His responsibilities include guiding research initiatives that focus on coastal ecology and synthesizing coastal ecology research to aid in the implementation of restoration projects. His work is centered in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area.
Previous Employment History
Before joining The Water Institute of the Gulf, Tim Carruthers held multiple positions at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. He worked as a Program Manager from 2009 to 2011 and as a Science Integrator from 2003 to 2009. Additionally, he was a Melon Post Doctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute for one year, from 2002 to 2003, in Bocas del Toro, Panama.
Education and Expertise
Tim Carruthers earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marine Science from The University of Western Australia, focusing on Seagrass and Estuarine Ecology from 1994 to 1998. He also holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Marine Botany, specializing in Seagrass Ecophysiology, obtained from 1992 to 1994. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Botany and Zoology, completed from 1987 to 1990 at the same institution.
Research Contributions
At The Water Institute of the Gulf, Tim Carruthers has played a significant role in guiding research initiatives that focus on coastal ecology. His contributions include the synthesis of coastal ecology research, which aids in the implementation of various restoration projects. His work supports the broader goals of coastal restoration and management.