Adjunct Professor in Biology, University of British Columbia
Dr. Chris Neufeld is a Senior Aquatic Biologist at LGL Limited and former Project Lead of The Kelp Rescue Initiative based at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre. Neufeld has 20+ years’ experience working in the marine context in B.C. and Washington, including 15 years leading research in coastal ecosystems and designing, reviewing, and implementing coastal monitoring programs to support the recovery of marine habitats and aquatic species at risk. Much of his recent work has been highly collaborative, honing his experience in building relationships and supporting multi-disciplinary research with First Nations, environmental non government organizations (eNGOs), leading academics, and industry.