

Faculty, STEM
Assistant Professor of Geology and Geosciences Bachelor of Science in Geology, Texas A&M University (2012) Master of Science in Geology, Texas A&M University (2015) (in Progress) PhD in Biology, University of Florida I am Julian, I am a paleobotanist by trade; I research the geologic and evolutionary history of plants. My primary research focuses on plant taxonomy to understand their evolution, ecology, and extinction. I graduated from Texas A&M University in 2015 with my master's degree under Anne Raymond; I studied fossilized plant litter from the Carboniferous Period (360-300Ma), especially early coniferous-related plants. I worked as an Adjunct Professor and teacher for 4 years teaching earth science topics. I returned to school in 2019 at University of Florida to pursue a Doctorate in Biology under Steven Manchester; I studied a fossil flora from the Eocene of Wyoming, focusing on leaves and fruits. I am in the process of writing my dissertation to graduate with that degree. I like to work with underrepresented groups and have helped develop activities at the Wind River Indian Reservation. I still work with Paleobotanists and if you are interested in research and publication, I can help you develop a project with fossils :) I fill my personal life with numerous hobbies. I like to watch anime and animated series as I have developed a deep appreciation for the medium. I like to sculpt mini-figures using polymer clay and keep polymer on me often. I like to read, especially fantasy and sci-fi. I like to explore nature, especially geologic aspects. I love to play with Lego’s and engage in creative building.
NPC's executive leadership team begins formal exploratory discussions with the University of Arkansas (UA) System.
For more information, visit the NPC-UA Merger information page.