Chris Frissell is Instructor in the Department of Hydrology, Natural Resources Program at Salish Kootenai College, and Affiliate Research Professor at the University of Montana. He is principle scientist and founder of Frissell & Raven Hydrobiological and Landscape Sciences, where he provides independent research and advisory expertise to agencies, tribes, and NGOs. He holds a BA in Zoology from the University of Montana and MS and PhD degrees in Fisheries Science from Oregon State University. His work focuses on the interface ecological science and environmental policy and decision-making in the conservation and restoration of freshwater systems.