Alexander Killion
About Alexander Killion
Alexander Killion is the Managing Director at Yale University, where he focuses on the interactions between food security and biodiversity. He holds a PhD in Environment & Sustainability from the University of Michigan and has a background in fisheries and wildlife.
Current Role at Yale University
Alexander Killion serves as the Managing Director at Yale University, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on co-developing research initiatives with various stakeholder groups to produce actionable science. His work involves integrating interdisciplinary methods and quantitative approaches to address complex issues related to food security and biodiversity.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Killion holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environment & Sustainability from the University of Michigan. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Fisheries and Wildlife from Michigan State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. His academic background is complemented by a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Augustana College, completed from 2009 to 2013. His education equips him with a strong foundation in sustainability and environmental research.
Research Focus and Contributions
Killion's research primarily explores the interactions between food security and biodiversity. He is dedicated to improving sustainability in higher education and develops decision support tools that enhance research outcomes. His approach emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and quantitative analysis in addressing environmental challenges.
Previous Experience at NASA and SESYNC
Before his current role at Yale, Alexander Killion worked as a FINESST Fellow at NASA from 2019 to 2022. In this capacity, he contributed to various research projects aimed at advancing environmental science. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Research Fellow at The National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC) from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on synthesizing socio-environmental data to inform policy and practice.