UC Irvine School of Biological Sciences

Celebrates Professor Steven Allison’s

Recognition as 2024 ESA Fellow

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Irvine, Calif., April 30, 2024 – The University of California, Irvine School of Biological Sciences proudly announces that Professor Steven Allison has been named a 2024 Fellow by the Ecological Society of America (ESA), one of the world’s largest communities of professional ecologists.

Professor Allison, a faculty member of both the School of Biological Sciences Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and the School of Physical Sciences Department of Earth System Science, has been recognized for his significant contributions to microbial and ecosystem ecology. His groundbreaking work, which focuses on the resilience of microbial communities to drought and their impact on soil carbon cycling, has advanced our understanding of climate change effects.

As the director of UC Irvine’s Newkirk Center for Science and Society and the founder of the Ridge to Reef Graduate Training Program, Professor Allison has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to interdisciplinary education and professional development for students pursuing careers in environmental fields.

The School of Biological Sciences applauds Professor Allison’s lifelong dedication to ecological research and education. His work not only enriches our academic community but also plays a crucial role in addressing some of the most pressing environmental challenges facing our planet.

ESA will formally recognize its new Fellows at a ceremony during the 2024 Annual Meeting in Long Beach, California.

About the University of California, Irvine School of Biological Sciences: Recognized for its pioneering research and academic excellence, the UCI School of Biological Sciences plays a crucial role in the university’s status among the nation’s top 10 public universities, as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. It offers a broad spectrum of degree programs in the biological sciences, fostering innovation and preparing students for leadership in research, education, medicine and industry. Nestled in a globally acclaimed and economically vibrant community, the school contributes to the university’s impact as Orange County’s largest employer and a significant economic contributor. Through its commitment to exploring life’s complexities, the School of Biological Sciences embodies the UCI legacy of innovation and societal impact. For more on the UCI School of Biological Sciences, visit https://www.bio.uci.edu/.