Brian Bardellini is a graduate student in the Professional Science Master’s program in Environmental Sciences at Oregon State University, where his work centers on integrated, place-based approaches to invasive species management, regenerative agriculture, and community-driven environmental systems in Hawai‘i. His research focuses on the coconut rhinoceros beetle and the development of scalable, non-chemical mitigation strategies that combine biological control, soil health optimization, geospatial mapping, and participatory monitoring frameworks. Through his applied research and leadership role as director of organic development at Aloha Organic, he has led field studies evaluating sulfur-based treatments, entomopathogenic fungi, and ArcGIS-based platforms to track infestation dynamics, tree health, and community response systems. Bardellini’s work integrates GIS, data analytics, and systems modeling to support adaptive management and real-time ecological decision-making, while advancing a hybrid framework that bridges scientific research, indigenous knowledge, and community engagement. In addition to his academic and professional work, he contributes to volunteer-driven outreach, education, and implementation eLorts across Hawai‘i, supporting local stakeholders in adopting sustainable land stewardship practices. His broader background spans data systems, business infrastructure, and environmental policy, informing a multidisciplinary approach to ecological problem solving. Bardellini’s long-term goal is to advance culturally grounded, scalable environmental management systems in Hawai‘i and similar regions, while contributing to education, policy development, and regenerative land-based practices
