Welcome to the PEASE Lab! We are part of the Forestry Program at Southern Illinois University. Our research group focuses on applied wildlife conservation and management through the study of distributions and demographics of animal populations and communities. We work across taxa - birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians - on issues related to endangered species recovery, land management practices, and the conservation of biodiversity. We also often use participatory sciences in our research to answer broad ecological questions and increase community engagement and involvement in our research.
Our lab’s mission is to carry out science that informs responsible management and conservation of natural resources for the benefit of local communities and beyond. We strive to be a supportive, open, and inclusive group of researchers, and are continuously looking for ways to positively impact our community and ecosystems.
Summer field photos from the PEASE Lab
The PEASE Lab has several on-going field projects - check out the updates from the field during Summer 2025!
