Throughout his life, Dr. Andy J. Danylchuk has been on a personal crusade to ensure that fish are around for future generations to enjoy, whether on the end of a fishing line, on a dinner plate, or simply to watch in wonder. He is currently a professor of fish conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His work spans both marine and freshwater systems, and includes stress physiology, behavioral ecology, movement ecology, predator-prey interactions, and adaptations in life history traits as a response to natural and anthropogenic disturbances. Much of Andy’s current research focuses on evaluating the potential impacts of recreational angling on fish populations and working with user groups to develop best practices for catch-and-release.

To help broader efforts related to fish conservation, Andy is a fly fishing ambassador for Patagonia, the Science Advisor for Keep Fish Wet, Member of the Science and Policy Committee for the American Fly Fishing Trade Association, a Scientific Affiliate for International Game Fish Association, Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Research Fellow, Board Member for Indifly (Foundation), and Fellow for The Explorers Club. Andy has also received a Distinguished Teaching Award at UMass Amherst, an award for Excellence in Public Outreach from the American Fisheries Society, the Flats Stewardship Award from Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, and most recently, the Excellence in Fisheries Education Award from the American Fisheries Society.

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