Sarah Douglass - Chancellor’s Staff Excellence Award (CSEA) 2024 Winner

Sarah Douglass, an Associate Research Scientist at the Prairie Research Institute since 2008, has made significant contributions to malacology and freshwater mussel conservation. As the head of the mollusk research program, her work includes leading federally listed mussel research, employing eDNA methods for detecting rare species, tracking mussel movements, and long-term monitoring of mussel populations. Sarah's initiatives have enhanced lab efficiency, improved safety measures, and supported student and staff training. Douglass contributes to the university’s research and conservation efforts through her work, presentations, and involvement in statewide and regional conservation committees, supporting the Illinois Natural History Survey’s role in freshwater ecology. https://humanresources.illinois.edu/a...