Environment, Science, and Law - by James F Berry Jd & James F Berry (Hardcover)

About the Book

This book-authored from the unique perspective of practicing scientist attorney-explores the environment through the lens of both science and the law. Unlike most other books that only focus on one subject or the other, Environment, Science, and the Law examines the profound impact that environmental laws and regulations have on the planet.

Book Synopsis

This book-authored from the unique perspective of practicing scientist attorney--explores the environment through the lens of both science and the law. Unlike most other books that only focus on one subject or the other, Environment, Science, and the Law examines the profound impact that environmental laws and regulations have on the planet.

About the Author

James F. Berry, J.D., Ph.D. is a biologist, college professor, and environmental attorney. He is a Professor Emeritus of Biology at Elmhurst University in Illinois, and an Adjunct Professor of Biology at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. As a biologist, Dr. Berry specializes in the fauna and ecology of wetlands and other sensitive areas, and on conservation biology. As an attorney, Dr. Berry specializes in environmental, land use, and natural resources law. He has taught a variety of courses in biology and environmental law over a career of nearly 50 years. His course "Biology, Environment & Law" at The Citadel is the motivation for this book.
Dr. Berry's biological education includes B.S. and M.S. degrees from Florida State University, and a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Utah. He received his law degree from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law. He is a member of many scientific and legal professional organizations, and has published over 100 scientific and legal articles, book chapters, and coauthored Th