Research in our lab is a cooperative adventure!
We are proud to have graduated and worked with successful students and scientists in the past and foster ongoing collaborations in the present. For a summary from GoogleScholar, please click here
Below are the current members and the alumni of the lab:
Below are the current members and the alumni of the lab:
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Mark E. Hauber, PhD, DSc; Principal Investigator
Professor, Psychology doctoral program, GC CUNY Education: 1996 BS in Organismal Biology/Biology summa cum laude, Yale University 2002 PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior, Cornell University 2010 DSc in Biological Sciences, University of Auckland 2011 MSc in Psychology with distinction, Victoria University of Wellington Academic Appointments: 2002-2005 Miller postdoctoral research fellow, Integrative Biology/Psychology, UC Berkeley 2003-2009 Faculty member (honourary lecturer/lecturer/senior lecturer/associate professor), School of Biological Sciences, University of Auckland 2009-2017 Faculty member (associate professor/professor with tenure), Department of Psychology, Hunter College, and Doctoral Faculty in Biology and Psychology, Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY) 2011-2013 Head of Biopsychology and Behavioral Neuroscience doctoral subprogram; 2012 coordinator of the Animal Behavior and Comparative Psychology Training Area/Psychology doctoral program, GC CUNY ; 2013 acting head of EEB/Biology doctoral subprogram, Graduate Center, CUNY 2014-16 Acting Associate Provost for Research, Hunter College, CUNY 2016-2017 Interim University Vice Provost for Research and Associate Vice Chancellor for Research, City University of New York 2017 - 2023 Harley Jones Van Cleave Professor of Host-Parasite Interactions, Department of Animal Biology, School of Integrative Biology, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign 2023 - Present Professor with tenure in Psychology and Executive Director, Advanced Science Research Center, GC CUNY Research focus: avian recognition systems, animal behavior, bioacoustics, host-parasite interactions, seabird breeding and foraging ecology, conservation biology, neuroethology. |
Current Graduate Mentees:
Former Lab Members at Illinois (and their subsequent career step):
Hunter College and GC CUNY Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Researchers:
Hunter College Undergraduate Student Lab Members
- Miri Dainson (2016 Capstone project in Geography, Hunter College): The role of egg spotting in rejection decisions.
- Tobey Ben-Aderet (2015 Psychology Honor's thesis, Hunter College): The evolution of avian egg shapes.
- Lainga Tong (2014 Biology Honor's Thesis, Hunter College): Physical Predictors of Egg Color Discrimination in Hosts of Brood Parasites.
- Jessica Schwartz (2014 Psychology Honor's Thesis, Hunter College): Citizen Science: Egg Rejection Behavior of House Sparrows across the USA.
- Azka Zafar (2011 Psychology Honor's thesis, Hunter College): Nutritional Contexts of Spider Foraging Tactics.
- Cristan Tornabene (2010 Psychology Honor's thesis, Hunter College): Human Impacts on Avian Schedules.
- Eden Zernitsky (2009 Psychology independent research, Hunter College): Physiological Markers of Avian Ageing.
-Tsering Doelker (2009 Psychology independent research, Hunter College): Urban Avian Behavior Using Digital Data Collection.
- Sarah Winnicki (PhD research, with TJ Benson, University of Illinois)
- Devin Goodson (PhD research, with Carena van Riper, University of Illinois)
- Facundo Fernandez-Duque (PhD research, with Alison Bell, University of Illinois)
- Mac Chamberlain (PhD research, with Wendy Schelsky, University of Illinois)
Former Lab Members at Illinois (and their subsequent career step):
- Dr. Abbi Turner (2023 PhD on egg rejection behaviors of the American robin; University of Illinois)
- Dr. Hannah Scharf (2023 PhD on the proximate basis of costs of cowbird parasitism , University of Illinois; moving onto a research associate position at the University of Munich to study more cavity-nesting bird behavioral ecology)
- Dr. Nick Antonson (2022 PhD on cowbird-host interactions, University of Illinois; moved onto a postdoc at Brown University in ecological physiology)
- Dr. Shelby Lawson (2022 PhD on referential alarm calling in cowbird hosts, University of Illinois; moved to a SciComm Postdoc at the Institute for Genomic Studies, University of Illinois)
- Dr. Janice Enos (former USDA postdoctoral researcher, moved onto an ornithologist staff position at the Illinois Natural History Survey of the University of Illinois)
- Dr. Alec Luro (2016 MA on American robin egg rejection behavior: Hunter College; 2021 PhD on the evolution of color signal use in thrushes: University of Illinois; moved to a data science position in epidemiology).
- Dr. Mikus Abolins-Abols (Postdoctoral Fellow; moved onto an asst. prof. of term position at the University of Louisville)
- Dr. Matthew Louder (Postdoctoral Fellow; named collaborator on NSF grant, Hunter College/University of Illinois, moved onto a postdoctoral fellowship in Neurointelligence at the University of Tokyo)
- Dr. Henry Pollock (Postdoctoral Researcher on NSF grant, moved onto a postdoctoral position in Natural Resources at the University of Illinois)
- Dr. Analia Lopez (2021 PhD with JC Reboreda on egg puncture mechanics in the context of avian brood parasitism, University of Buenos Aires).
- Amber Louder (Lab Manager; moved to Tokyo with spouse Dr. Matt Louder).
- Miri Dainson (Research Technician; moved to a private job in NY State).
Hunter College and GC CUNY Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Researchers:
- Moises Rivera (2023 PhD, Animal Behavior and Comparative Psychology-GC CUNY): Acoustic communication in estrildid finches. Research Associate position at Columbia University.
- Tommy Manna (PhD 2019, Animal Behavior and Comparative Psychology-GC CUNY): Species recognition in brood parasite hosts. NYC Industry job.
- Ian Hays (2018 MA thesis, Hunter College): egg shape and movement using 3D printers. PhD student in Biological Sciences at Rutgers University, Newark.
- Jay Czeisel (2018 MA thesis, Hunter College): human disturbance and annual reproductive output of urban Barn Swallows. Ranger at New York City Parks.
- Noah Burg (2018 PhD, Ecology, Evolution and Behavior/Hunter-GC CUNY): Molecular analyses of population and evolutionary history of brood parasitic birds. Coordinator, American Museum of Natural History.
- Andrew Fulmer (2016 PhD, Animal Behavior and Comparative Psychology-GC CUNY): Cognitive Ontogeny of Cooperative Breeders. Master's research coordinator, Hunter College.
- Edgar Alarcon (2016 MA thesis, Hunter College): UV-sensitive and decision making in turtles. Pre-vet Postbac Student, Hunter College.
- Dr. Daniel Hanley (2012-2016 postdoctoral fellow, Hunter College and Palacky University): Egg color evolution in birds. Assistant professor, Long Island University at Post.
- Javier Alvarez (2015 MA thesis, Hunter College): Reproductive Performance and Environmental Toxins in New York City's Breeding Birds. Zoo-keeper, Staten Island Zoo.
- Zak Aidala (2015 PhD, Biopsychology-GC CUNY): Recognition Systems and Visual Sensitivity in Birds; Assistant professor, Bloomfield College.
- Beki Croston (2014 PhD, Ecology, Evolution and Behavior/Hunter-GC CUNY): Egg Recognition in American Robins; Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Nevada - Reno.
- Alexis Brewer (2014 MA Thesis, Hunter College): Foraging ecology and edge effects in Neotropical primates. Biology PhD student, GC CUNY.
- Gini Wohl (2014 MA Thesis, Hunter College): The Mechanics of Play Behavior in Lemurs; Research Technician, Department of Psychology, Columbia University.
- Anine Booth (2013 MA Thesis, Hunter College): Stress in Therapy Dogs using Behavioral and Physiological Assessments; Coordinator of Professional Development, Wildlife Conservation Society/Bronx Zoo.
- Sam Marquand (2013 MA Theis, Hunter College): Invertebrate Diversity in Rural Streams following Storm Surges; Program director, Rocking the Boat.
- Carol Henger (2011 MA Thesis, Hunter College): Parasite Recognition in Urban Red-winged Blackbirds; Animal technician, Bronx Zoo.
- Amy Ryan (2011 MA Thesis, Hunter College): Social Cohesion and Group Composition in Captive Primates; Neuroscience PhD student, UMass Amherst.
- Joseph Solomon (2011 MA thesis, Hunter College): Egg Coloration as Communication Signals in Kiwis; Molecular ecology technician, Columbia University.
- Sarah Wallace (2010 MA thesis, Hunter College): House Sparrow Sociality and Vocalizations; Veterinary student, Perth, Australia.
- Gretchen Wagner (2010 MA thesis, Hunter College): Repeated Parasitism of Nests by Brown-headed Cowbirds; Ecology PhD student, University of Bern.
- Coby Klein (2010 MA thesis, Hunter College): Winter Foraging Ecology of the American Black Duck; Biology PhD student, GC CUNY.
- Paul Curtin (2009 MA thesis, Hunter College): Mutual Gazing in Primates; Biopsychology PhD student, GC CUNY.
Hunter College Undergraduate Student Lab Members
- Miri Dainson (2016 Capstone project in Geography, Hunter College): The role of egg spotting in rejection decisions.
- Tobey Ben-Aderet (2015 Psychology Honor's thesis, Hunter College): The evolution of avian egg shapes.
- Lainga Tong (2014 Biology Honor's Thesis, Hunter College): Physical Predictors of Egg Color Discrimination in Hosts of Brood Parasites.
- Jessica Schwartz (2014 Psychology Honor's Thesis, Hunter College): Citizen Science: Egg Rejection Behavior of House Sparrows across the USA.
- Azka Zafar (2011 Psychology Honor's thesis, Hunter College): Nutritional Contexts of Spider Foraging Tactics.
- Cristan Tornabene (2010 Psychology Honor's thesis, Hunter College): Human Impacts on Avian Schedules.
- Eden Zernitsky (2009 Psychology independent research, Hunter College): Physiological Markers of Avian Ageing.
-Tsering Doelker (2009 Psychology independent research, Hunter College): Urban Avian Behavior Using Digital Data Collection.
Dress rehearsal for a field trip
Mentees at University of Auckland, New Zealand (and their next step after graduation):
Dr Phil Battley (2007 postdoctoral fellow, University Auckland): Tracking Avian Migration; faculty member, Massey University.
Dr Sarah Withers (2013 PhD, University of Auckland with S Parsons): Behaviour and Song in Rifleman; teaching staff, University of Auckland.
Dr Gabriel Machovsky Capuska (2012 PhD, Massey University with D Raubenheimer): Foraging and Sensory Ecology of Australasian Gannets; postdoctoral researcher, University of Sydney.
Dr Todd Landers (2012 PhD, University of Auckland): Social and Spacing Behavior of Westland Petrels; research ecologist, Auckland Council.
Dr Jamie Mackay (2011 PhD, University of Auckland with M Clout): Island Invasion by House Mice; postdoctoral fellow, University of Pennsylvania.
Prof Steffi Ismar (2011 PhD, University of Auckland): Foraging and Breeding Ecology of Australasian Gannets and Kermadec Seabirds; faculty member, Geomar/Christian-Albrechts-University, Kiel.
Dr Luis Ortiz Catedral (2011 PhD, Massey University with D Brunton): Behavior and Disease Ecology of Parakeet Conservation in New Zealand; research associate, Darwin Research Station, Galapagos.
Dr Grant Ballard (2010 PhD, University of Auckland): Foraging and Breeding Ecology of Adelie Penguins; program director, PRBO Conservation Science.
Dr Michael Anderson (2009 PhD, Massey University with D Brunton): Parent-offspring Communication in Avian Hosts and Parasites; FRST postdoctoral fellow, University of Western Ontario and Massey University.
Dr Dana Campbell (2009 PhD University of Auckland): Species Recognition in Zebra Finches; postdoctoral fellow, University of Guelph.
Dr Matthew Rayner (2008 PhD University of Auckland with M Clout): Ecology and Conservation of Petrels; FRST postdoctoral fellow, NIWA New Zealand.
Justin Lock (2011 MSc 1st class Hons, University of Auckland): Life History Consequences of Avian Brood Parasitism and Predation; laboratory technician, Smithsonian Conservation Genetics Laboratory.
Shane Baylis (2010 MSc 1st class Hons, University of Auckland): Statistical Models of Avian Predation and Longevity. Research technician, University of Auckland.
Mark de Lisle (2010 MSc, University of Auckland): Longevity in New Zealand Birds.
Peter Morrison-Whittle (2010 MSc 2nd class Hons, University of Auckland): Sex Differences in Kakapo Plumage. biology PhD student, University of Auckland
Nora Leuschner (2008 MSc 2nd class Hons, University of Auckland): Enemy Recognition in Endemic Cuckoo Hosts; research technician, Auckland Council.
Jane Andrews (2007 MSc 1st class Hons with M Clout): Sex differences in Natal Dispersal by North Island Robins; community outreach worker, Waitakere City Council.
Claire Daniel (2007 MSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): The Genetic Mating System of Australasian Gannets; biology PhD student, University of New South Wales.
Amali Thrimawithana (2010 BHons 1st class Hons University of Auckland, with A. Rodrigo): Genetic Consequences of Island Colonisation; biology MSc student, University of Auckland.
Rachael Shaw (2009 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): Experimental Tests on the Evolution of Brood Parasitism; experimental psychology PhD student, Cambridge University.
Brani Igic (2009 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): The Structural Basis of Cuckoo-host Egg Mimicry; zoology PhD student, Australian National University
Elisabeth Fraser (2009 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): Foraging Ecology of Introduced Rosella; research technician, Auckland Regional Council.
Cheryl Krull (2008 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): Vocal Variation in Australasian Gannets; biology PhD student, University of Auckland.
Dr Phil Battley (2007 postdoctoral fellow, University Auckland): Tracking Avian Migration; faculty member, Massey University.
Dr Sarah Withers (2013 PhD, University of Auckland with S Parsons): Behaviour and Song in Rifleman; teaching staff, University of Auckland.
Dr Gabriel Machovsky Capuska (2012 PhD, Massey University with D Raubenheimer): Foraging and Sensory Ecology of Australasian Gannets; postdoctoral researcher, University of Sydney.
Dr Todd Landers (2012 PhD, University of Auckland): Social and Spacing Behavior of Westland Petrels; research ecologist, Auckland Council.
Dr Jamie Mackay (2011 PhD, University of Auckland with M Clout): Island Invasion by House Mice; postdoctoral fellow, University of Pennsylvania.
Prof Steffi Ismar (2011 PhD, University of Auckland): Foraging and Breeding Ecology of Australasian Gannets and Kermadec Seabirds; faculty member, Geomar/Christian-Albrechts-University, Kiel.
Dr Luis Ortiz Catedral (2011 PhD, Massey University with D Brunton): Behavior and Disease Ecology of Parakeet Conservation in New Zealand; research associate, Darwin Research Station, Galapagos.
Dr Grant Ballard (2010 PhD, University of Auckland): Foraging and Breeding Ecology of Adelie Penguins; program director, PRBO Conservation Science.
Dr Michael Anderson (2009 PhD, Massey University with D Brunton): Parent-offspring Communication in Avian Hosts and Parasites; FRST postdoctoral fellow, University of Western Ontario and Massey University.
Dr Dana Campbell (2009 PhD University of Auckland): Species Recognition in Zebra Finches; postdoctoral fellow, University of Guelph.
Dr Matthew Rayner (2008 PhD University of Auckland with M Clout): Ecology and Conservation of Petrels; FRST postdoctoral fellow, NIWA New Zealand.
Justin Lock (2011 MSc 1st class Hons, University of Auckland): Life History Consequences of Avian Brood Parasitism and Predation; laboratory technician, Smithsonian Conservation Genetics Laboratory.
Shane Baylis (2010 MSc 1st class Hons, University of Auckland): Statistical Models of Avian Predation and Longevity. Research technician, University of Auckland.
Mark de Lisle (2010 MSc, University of Auckland): Longevity in New Zealand Birds.
Peter Morrison-Whittle (2010 MSc 2nd class Hons, University of Auckland): Sex Differences in Kakapo Plumage. biology PhD student, University of Auckland
Nora Leuschner (2008 MSc 2nd class Hons, University of Auckland): Enemy Recognition in Endemic Cuckoo Hosts; research technician, Auckland Council.
Jane Andrews (2007 MSc 1st class Hons with M Clout): Sex differences in Natal Dispersal by North Island Robins; community outreach worker, Waitakere City Council.
Claire Daniel (2007 MSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): The Genetic Mating System of Australasian Gannets; biology PhD student, University of New South Wales.
Amali Thrimawithana (2010 BHons 1st class Hons University of Auckland, with A. Rodrigo): Genetic Consequences of Island Colonisation; biology MSc student, University of Auckland.
Rachael Shaw (2009 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): Experimental Tests on the Evolution of Brood Parasitism; experimental psychology PhD student, Cambridge University.
Brani Igic (2009 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): The Structural Basis of Cuckoo-host Egg Mimicry; zoology PhD student, Australian National University
Elisabeth Fraser (2009 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): Foraging Ecology of Introduced Rosella; research technician, Auckland Regional Council.
Cheryl Krull (2008 BSc 1st class Hons University of Auckland): Vocal Variation in Australasian Gannets; biology PhD student, University of Auckland.
