
Measuring a large short fin mako shark caught by a recreational fisherman
Research Interests
Sharks
Population Ecology
Genetics
Conservation
Email: [email protected]
Courses Taught
Bio 100L
Bio 354L
Bio 204L
Spiel
Some may say that I just never grew out of my "I wanna be a marine biologist" phase. Growing up travelling between San Diego and South Africa, animals and the ocean quickly developed as my passions. Sharks, in particular, have always captivated me, and I have been known to bore many people with endless banter about sharks around the world. My current research focus involves using molecular techniques to analyze Mako and Thresher shark (Isurus oxyrinchus and Alopias vulpinus)populations in the Southern California Bight. I hope to incorporate my findings in future fishery management plans to ensure viable, pelagic shark populations. To find out more about my research click here to go to my project page.
Background
BS in Marine Biology and Economics UCLA 2002
1 year tropical reef field experience, University of Queensland 2001
Reef Check Field Biologist, Quiksilver Crossing 2004
Coastal Coordinator, Wildcoast 2005
Field Assistant Bimini Biological Field Station 2005
Field Technician, Graham Lab, Scripps Institution of Oceanography 2006
Sharks
Population Ecology
Genetics
Conservation
Email: [email protected]
Courses Taught
Bio 100L
Bio 354L
Bio 204L
Spiel
Some may say that I just never grew out of my "I wanna be a marine biologist" phase. Growing up travelling between San Diego and South Africa, animals and the ocean quickly developed as my passions. Sharks, in particular, have always captivated me, and I have been known to bore many people with endless banter about sharks around the world. My current research focus involves using molecular techniques to analyze Mako and Thresher shark (Isurus oxyrinchus and Alopias vulpinus)populations in the Southern California Bight. I hope to incorporate my findings in future fishery management plans to ensure viable, pelagic shark populations. To find out more about my research click here to go to my project page.
Background
BS in Marine Biology and Economics UCLA 2002
1 year tropical reef field experience, University of Queensland 2001
Reef Check Field Biologist, Quiksilver Crossing 2004
Coastal Coordinator, Wildcoast 2005
Field Assistant Bimini Biological Field Station 2005
Field Technician, Graham Lab, Scripps Institution of Oceanography 2006