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Barcelona, Ct, Es

Barcelona, Ct, Es

Blanes, Catalonia, Spain

Scientific co-partner alongside Seabots and the University of Barcelona in the Catalonia region of Spain to develop remotely operated vehicle survey techniques of coastal benthos.The work falls under the EU EFFECTIVE project, with the stated goal of enhancing social well-being and economic prosperity by reinforcing the EFFECTIVEness of protection and restoration management in Mediterranean MPAs. I am developing a method for the non-destructive inventory of the Blue Carbon stored in the sediments of Posidonia oceanica meadows via hydrographic surveys.All work and research are associated with the Aquatic Macrophyte Ecology Group (GAME-CSIC).

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Industrial co-partner alongside the Aquatic Macrophyte Ecology Group (GAME-CSIC) and the University of Barcelona in the Catalonia region of Spain to develop remotely operated vehicle survey techniques of coastal benthos.The role is a hydrography data specialization with a focus on creating tailored nature-based solutions for clients. I am working to automate the digitization of the benthos using USV and ROV platforms for ecologic and economic assessments.

Irmo, South Carolina, United States

Sea service rated as an ordinary seaman aboard the MS Spirit of Lake Murray in the role of deckhand. Duties performed include general maintenance, safety inspections, sanitation management, and guest services.

Saint-Anne Marine National Park, Seychelles

Coral restoration internship partnered with MCSS at several sites across Seychelles. 31 dives over three months were completed. Coral was collected from the wild, placed on nursery structures, and then transplanted to restoration sites. Management of 5 nursery sties and negotiations with partnered hotels occurred. Innovative in-situ nature-based solutions were tested.

Oxford, Ohio, United States

Experimented with ice-worms (Mesenchytraeus solifugus) alongside graduate students to test unique UV tolerance properties. Taught laboratory procedures and processes for aquatic systems.All work and research was conducted with the Global Change Limnology Laboratory.

Industrial Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Marine Sciences

Academic co-partner alongside Seabots and the Aquatic Macrophyte Ecology Group (GAME-CSIC) in the Catalonia region of Spain to develop.

International Master Of Science In Marine Biological Resources (Imbrsea) - Msc, Major In Analysis And Forecast In Marine Systems, Minor In Global Change And Functional Biodiversity, Cum Laude

Erasmus+ and European Marine Biological Resource Centre joint European Union program. Studies focused on marine impact assessments.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology And Environmental Science

Environmental science program in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, focused on leadership, oceanography, and marine conservation. Seamanship.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology And Environmental Science

Undergraduate USAC study abroad in Valencia, Spain. Focused on Spanish language studies, chemistry, and physics.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology And Environmental Science, 3.63 Gpa On A 4.0 Scale.

Activities and Societies: Miami University Club Sailing Team, Global Change Limnology Laboratory.Dean's List & President's List scholar.