Dr. Abraham Miller-Rushing is a research ecologist with the National Park Service whose work focuses on understanding how climate change and other environmental pressures are reshaping ecosystems over time. A phenologist by training, he studies seasonal events such as flowering, migration and other natural cycles to better understand how plants, animals and landscapes respond to a changing climate. He earned his Ph.D. in Biology from Boston University following undergraduate studies at Grinnell College.

His research centers on documenting long-term ecological change and helping resource managers understand what those changes mean for protected areas. By tracking shifts in seasonal timing and ecosystem processes, he examines how climate change is affecting the natural communities that make places like Acadia National Park unique.

His work contributes to conservation and management efforts by providing the scientific evidence needed to make informed decisions in a rapidly changing environment. He is particularly interested in helping translate scientific findings into information that can support both park stewardship and public understanding.

In the field, he finds inspiration in both sweeping landscapes and small details, whether taking in a coastal panorama or exploring the life within a tide pool. He believes some of the most rewarding moments in science come from slowing down, observing carefully and sharing the excitement of discovery with others.

Through this work, he helps build a clearer picture of how ecosystems change over time, providing knowledge that can help protect treasured natural places for future generations.