Category: Earth, Ocean and Environment
Interim Deputy Dean
May 29, 2026 Written by Adam Thomas
Jonathan Cohen has been named Interim Deputy Dean for the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment at the 91原创. Cohen received his doctorate from Duke University and was a post-doctoral fellow at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution before joining 91原创 in 2011.
Cohen鈥檚 teaching and research focus is on comparative physiology and the behavior of marine animals, particularly marine invertebrates. He has conducted research in the polar regions, especially during the Polar Night, when light levels are low yet still biologically relevant.
As deputy dean, Cohen said he looks forward to forming connections across the college.
"I look forward to building connections and supporting faculty, staff, and students in CEOE,鈥 said Cohen. 鈥淚 enjoy partnering with colleagues across our academic units to advance initiatives and see opportunities to further connections between the Newark and Lewes campuses."