Large-scale Ecosystem Restoration in a Changing World

We are pleased to host Professor Thomas Miller, a renowned expert in fisheries science and the Director of the historic Chesapeake Biological Laboratory—the founding campus of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. As our climate shifts, the stakes for restoring vital ecosystems have never been higher.

Prof. Miller brings a global perspective to these challenges; born in England and educated across the UK, Canada, and the US, he joined the Maryland faculty in 1994 before taking the helm as Director in 2011. His career has been defined by a "bench-to-buoy" approach, masterfully combining laboratory experiments, field observations, and complex modeling to solve real-world ecological puzzles.

His work has been instrumental in developing management approaches for key species, including the Chesapeake blue crab, menhaden, and striped bass. In this session, Prof. Miller will share insights from his extensive research—funded by prestigious agencies such as the NSF, NOAA, and the Moore Foundation—focusing on how large-scale restoration can succeed despite the pressures of ocean acidification and shifting recruitment patterns.

By bridging the gap between rigorous data and stakeholder engagement, Prof. Miller’s strategies offer a roadmap for the future of our oceans. Whether you are a student, a researcher, or a conservation enthusiast, join us to discover the science shaping the future of environmental restoration.