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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Planned and collected over 200 soil samples which were then processed at the ALS laboratory for soil contaminants and nutrients analysis.
• Analyzed results to identify key areas on the farm for future research, growing and remediation.
• Created graphic maps by examining results and using Esri’s ArcGIS tools to map sampling coordinates collected by a handheld GPS.
• Created a comprehensive report detailing the site history, analysis, results and future development.

• Utilized animal tracking software Deeplabcut to analyze and characterize the behaviour of fish.
• Conducted literature review exploring the use of catch per unit effort (CPUE) to estimate fish abundance.
• Planned fieldwork and surveyed habitats for the endangered Redside Dace fish using the Ontario Stream Assessment Protocol (OSAP) for the reintroduction program.
• Collected samples using the eDNA backpack for the Genomic Network for Fish Identification, Stress and Health (GEN-FISH)… Show more
• Collected samples using the eDNA backpack for the Genomic Network for Fish Identification, Stress and Health (GEN-FISH) project.Tools used: YSI environmental water quality monitoring meter, Secchi tube, GoPro cameras.

Berkeley, California

• Conducted literature review and contributed to a concept paper about wave glider technology used for marine monitoring which is to be published in the Journal of Ocean Science.
• Reviewed benefit analysis and safety assessments of using this technology to prevent illegal fishing in protected areas as well as monitoring impact of climate change on water quality.
• Executed administrative assistance towards ordering research equipment, overseeing budgets and supporting a Philippines based… Show more
• Executed administrative assistance towards ordering research equipment, overseeing budgets and supporting a Philippines based project that is expected to produce 6 publications.
• Supervised a team of 9 students using project management tools to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of required tasks within the acceptable timeline. Show less

Berkeley, Califonia

• Collected information from the Handbook of Birds of the World (HBW) and combined it with mountain range data from the USGS database using R studio.
• Created maps and graphs that were used to assist a postdoc student to publish a research paper in the PNAS Journal (Global patterns of protection of elevational gradients in mountain ranges (Elsen et al. 2018)).

University Of California, Berkeley

• Led, trained and managed a team of 8 members to conduct FOH operational activities for Cal Performances fine arts and rental events.
• Resolved operational issues while effectively interacting with patrons and provided customer service at 30+ events with over 4500 people.

Saudi Arabia

• Coordinated a team of 7 individuals to research the effects of habitat fragmentation on community metabolism of seagrass meadows in the central Red Sea, while maintaining a strict timeline.
• Organized and prepared equipment, creating an efficient sampling procedure to be carried out in strenuous conditions (open water/ + 40oC weather/ odd hours).
• Analyzed samples to make comparisons between O2, DIC, and TA fluxes to reach conclusions stated in the research paper.
• Paper… Show more
• Paper published: Total alkalinity production in a mangrove ecosystem reveals an overlooked Blue Carbon component (Vincent et al. 2020)Tools used: Operated Apollo SciTech Dissolved Inorganic Carbon (DIC) analyzer, Total.

Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

• Produced an ArcGIS StoryMap on Biogeochemical Argo Floats which resulted in the first science communication tool to be used in KAUST.
• Interviewed researchers and conducted independent studies on ArgoFloats and their uses.
• Utilized ArcGIS to map global Biogeochemical Argo Floats and their trajectories, including those that were deployed by the university to included in the StoryMap.

Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

• Assembled information on the various benefits and structures of marine protected areas (MPA’s) worldwide.
• Presented data to the university's environmental committee, resulting in MPA’s being set up within the university to protect the existing mangrove ecosystems.
• Assisted in the university obtaining its ISO 9001 Standard by inspecting safety risks on the campus facilities such as the chemical disposal plant, transportation, horticulture waste, mechanical and recreational… Show.
• Assisted in the university obtaining its ISO 9001 Standard by inspecting safety risks on the campus facilities such as the chemical disposal plant, transportation, horticulture waste, mechanical and recreational.

Master Of Science - Ms, Environmental Science - Biophysical Interactions In Terrestrial & Aquatic Ecosystems, 3.96/4.00

Activities and Societies: Women's Volleyball Team

Bachelor'S Degree, Environmental Sciences

Minors - Sustainable Design, Environmental Design & Urbanism in Developing Countries