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Prof. Dr. David Thorne

Professor of Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Law · Department of Legal and Environmental Studies · Florida Coastal University

Academic focus & active research

Prof. Dr. Thorne evaluates statutory regulatory frameworks governing Florida wetlands mitigation banking and federal-state interagency coastal management agreements.

Clean Water Act Permitting Endangered Species Act Compliance Coastal Zone Management Act Ecosystem Services Valuation

Supervision & prospective applicants

Scholars preparing thesis research, graduate admissions, or collaborative inquiries at Florida Coastal University should consult the department directory for current lab openings, funding availability, and research prerequisites.

Department / Faculty
Department of Legal and Environmental Studies
Primary Field
Clean Water Act Permitting
Campus Location
Jacksonville, Florida, USA

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