Lobster Behavior, Physiology and Ecology
We use ultrasonic telemetry, time-lapse video and laboratory experiments to investigate the factors that influence the behavior of lobsters in their natural habitat. When possible, we also use this information to understand trends in the lobster fishery. Current projects focus on homing and orientation, lobster acoustic communication, behavior around traps, and how the seasonal movements of egg-bearing lobsters influence the development and survival of eggs and larvae. (more)

Horseshoe Crab Biological Rhythms and Seasonal Migrations
Limulus express both circadian and tidal rhythms of activity in the laboratory. We are seeking to determine if these activity rhythms are controlled by separate endogenous clocks, or the same clock. We are also attempting to determine what types of cues they use to synchronize tidal rhythms to shifting tide cycles. In addition, we are using telemetry to quantify the biological rhythms and seasonal migrations of horseshoe crabs in the Great Bay estuary. (more)

Cod Behavior and Physiology
UNH is currently investigating ways to raise cod in offshore aquaculture pens. My role in this project is to investigate the swimming and feeding behaviors of cod in these offshore net pens. In addition, by combining this information with physiological studies of cod metabolism, we seek to develop energy budgets that can be used to optimize culture methods. (more)