I recently completed my Ph.D. at the University of New South Wales Sydney in the I-DEEL lab advised by Prof. Shinichi Nakagawa. My Ph.D. focused on utilizing systematic-like research to better understand coral health and how reefs are being impacted by and responding to the effects of climate change. During and post-degree, I work as a science communicator, spreading information in easy-to-understand language through a variety of media.
Academic Background/Interests
My interest in coral disease ecology began when I surveyed coral reefs in mainland Hawai’i with Prof. Drew Harvell. However, I’m not solely interested in corals. I have a BSc in Biological Sciences with a specialization in Marine Biology from Cornell University. At Cornell, I examined the dentition of skeletal samples of Triggerfishes and Filefishes to better understand their phylogeny with Prof. William E Bemis and Dr. Katherine E Bemis. My interests lie generally in marine ecology and biology, particularly in relation to how climate change is impacting marine ecosystems.
What’s next?
- I’m currently looking for work related to marine ecology, marine science, and/or science communication. Feel free to contact me if I may be a good fit for your team!
- Listen to my appearance on Eastside 89.7FM’s science show Boiling Point
- Have you heard me on the co-hosted podcast Conversations with Chordates? Check out the latest episode Convos on Motherhood
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