Graduate Student
University of New Hampshire
I consider myself an interdisciplinary conservation biologist. I am currently an M.S. student working with Dr. Easton White at the University of New Hampshire in the Quantitative Marine Ecology Lab. I started this past fall, and I am set to graduate about a semester early in December 2022. I graduated from University of Miami in 2021 with my bachelor’s in marine science, biology, and ecosystem science and policy. While at University of Miami, I worked with Dr. Catherine Macdonald at Field School conducting research on Atlantic tarpon and the smalltooth sawfish.
I am primarily interested in employing quantitative tools and field observations for ocean conservation, specifically conservation of migratory marine species. My thesis uses a statistical approach and non-invasive methods to examine the environmental influences on planktivorous elasmobranchs at Cocos Island in Costa Rica.
To date, most of my work has focused on sharks and rays. However, in January, I am starting my PhD working with Dr. Mariana Fuentes at Florida State University. Here, my work with focus on characterizing the risk to vessel strike on marine turtles and developing management strategies.
In addition to my research, I am passionate about education and outreach. I currently work with Terranaut Club, where I help to bring girls and underrepresented genders to the forefront of exciting, hands-on, immersive experiences in science and nature. I also work closely with Laurel School, an all-girls school in Ohio, where I am a mentor for high school students in their capstone program. I also participate in Skype A Scientist- where I talk with students about shark biology and conservation.