Dr Michael J. Jackson - President and Senior Research Ecologist

Michael is an applied limnologist with extensive expertise in aquatic ecology and a particular interest in aquatic invertebrate communities. He has worked on a number of major research projects, including studies into the effects of toxic contaminants in antifouling paints and the importance of macrophyte structural complexity in aquatic predator-prey interactions. Michael has also been the driving force behind a number of practical and innovative solutions in habitat restoration.

He has excellent communication skills and is the author of many published papers and technical reports. He gives regular presentations to government bodies, corporate clients, university graduates, natural history societies and practical workshops. He enjoys problem solving and has a broad knowledge of a variety of multivariate statistical methods. As a dedicated ecologist, he has developed the ability to motivate and organize people to achieve a common goal.

Michael received his BSc Honours (Biological Sciences) from the University of East Anglia, UK and his Masters in Conservation from University College London. He gained his PhD from the University of East Anglia on 'The Role of Littoral Macro invertebrates in the Management of Shallow Lake Systems'. He is also a Research Associate with the University of British Columbia's Forestry Department.

Michael is a Registered Professional Biologist and a member of the American Society of Limnology and Oceanography, the North American Benthological Society, The Canadian Society of Limnology and The Entomological Society of British Columbia and the Freshwater Biological Association. He is a director of the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association and Chair of the Ruby Lake Lagoon Nature Reserve Society.


   Email: m.jackson@acroloxus.com
 

Jennifer Bull, MSc - Director and Senior Biologist

Jennifer has been working with Acroloxus since 2002. She brings a wealth of research and field expertise to the team, and is experienced in report writing and coordinating field activities. Prior to joining Acroloxus, she studied water quality issues in the Fraser River and other Lower Mainland rivers with the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection and spent over five years working on stream ecology studies at the University of British Columbia.

Jennifer has a BSc in Environmental Protection from the University of Guelph and an MSc in Forestry from the University of British Columbia.

Email: j.bull@acroloxus.com



Dr Michelle Evelyn - Director and Senior Biologist

Michelle joined Acroloxus in 2004 and brings scientific expertise to the team through her expert research, data analysis and report writing skills. Michelle has spent the past decade researching the impacts of human activities on plants, insects, birds and mammals in British Columbia, California and Mexico. She is the recipient of many grants, awards, and academic honours including the Teresa Heinz Scholars for Environmental Research Award and the Vladimir Krajina Award for Excellence in Plant Ecology.

Michelle gained a BSc (honours) in Ecology and Animal Biology from the University of British Columbia (UBC) and an MSc and PhD in Ecology from Stanford University. She is a Research Associate with the Centre for Biodiversity Research at the UBC.

Email: m.evelyn@acroloxus.com

 

Nonie Dalton, BSc - Director and Database Manager

Nonie joined Acroloxus in 2004 and brought with her four years of experience working with biological databases for an environmental consulting company. Her past projects include several commercial fisheries monitoring programs and coastal classification and mapping systems. She also has extensive experience in developing data quality control and quality assurance systems.

Nonie has a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Environmental Studies from the University of Victoria and advanced training in Access Databases from Camosun College.

Email: n.dalton@acroloxus.com

 

David Stiles, BSc - Wildlife Biologist

Dave joined Acroloxus in 2005. As a field biologist, he has spent the past decade working on wildlife research and conservation projects. He has worked with a great diversity of animals including amphibians, birds, bats, insects, and small and medium sized mammals. Dave is skilled at organizing, coordinating and motivating large teams of researchers, volunteers and interns.

Dave has a Bachelor of Science degree in Earth and Life Sciences from the University of British Columbia.

Email: d.stiles@acroloxus.com

 

Kate Henderson, BSc - Biologist

Kate joined Acroloxus in 2005. She brings her expertise in marine and fisheries sciences. As a Research Assistant at the University of Edinburgh Institute of Evolutionary Ecology, Kate conducted research on Threespine Stickleback behaviour. As a Marine Science Educator at Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre, Kate developed and taught marine science and conservation programs to students aged 13 to adult, coordinated youth forums on biodiversity, and presented many workshops and outreach programs related to marine ecology and conservation.

Kate has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Victoria

Email: k.henderson@acroloxus.com

 

Dale Jackson - Director and Company Secretary

With a qualification in law from the UK Dale brings training and experience in simplifying complex issues and investigating facts. She has 9 years experience as the leading advisor on ethical guidance for lawyers. Dale also headed a criminal investigation unit at the Law Society in England. Dale has the expertise and experience to problem solve, research issues, fact find, and draft policies procedures and recommendations. She has a friendly professional approach and works well with committees and members of the public. She provides administration services to Sunshine Coast businesses, economic development groups and organizations and also acts as a Marriage Commissioner.

Email: d.jackson@acroloxus.com