Cole Vail

Professional biologist skilled in field research, data analysis, and environmental assessments. Proven track record in team collaboration and adaptability within evolving project demands. Strong background in biodiversity studies, ecological monitoring, and GIS mapping. Reliable contributor focused on delivering impactful results and achieving project goals. Knowledgeable lichenologist and botanist with over 4 years of field experience.

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• Record of research skill and experience in the following: Lichen and vascular plant biology and ecology, invasive vascular plant species management, and species-at-risk recovery and monitoring.
• One peer-reviewed paper published examining the vertical zonation and general ecology of littoral zone lichen species.
• One published conference proceeding on the edge effects of clearcuts on lichen and slug populations and their interactions.
• Three technical reports and policy commentaries, including a review of the Beaver Dam Mine Lichen Mitigation and Transplantation Plan as well as the proponent's consideration of protected areas as valued components in the environmental assessment, a commentary on the Nova Scotia 2021 Draft Old Forest Policy, and a management plan for Dog Strangling Vine in Kings County, Nova Scotia.
• Substantial efforts in several environmental assessment applications, focusing on baseline methods and results of lichen and plant survey programs, environmental effects assessments.
• Responsible for training and overseeing research assistants in several projects.
• Led correspondence with community members within the vicinity of a management zone of invasive species, including education and addressment of concerns.
• Networks with dozens of scientists in the fields of biodiversity and environment in academia, NGOs, provincial government, and industry. Maintenance of regular correspondence with both local species and ecological experts as well as interprovincial experts.
• Media experience with interviews in print
• One discovered species Chaenothecopsis maria-viridis in progress of publication.