I am a marine biologist interested in coral reefs and climate change, emerging technologies, and science literacy. I am an Ocean Design Fellow at the Stanford d.school & the Center for Ocean Solutions and CEO of the Hydrous, a nonprofit devoted to ocean education, and Executive Producer of the 360/VR film IMMERSE.

Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, I completed my PhD with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University in Townsville, Australia under the supervision of Prof. Andrew Baird, Asst. Prof. Sally Keith, and Prof. Maria Byrne. I received my Masters of Applied Science in coastal management from the University of Sydney and my undergraduate degree from Duke University, where I studied biology and art history.

Recent Speaking Engagements • Interviews & Media • Expeditions • Publications

CONTINUING EDUCATION, DISTINCTIONS, & VOLUNTEER WORK

2018: National Geographic Explorer

2018:  Workshop Series: Facilitating Conversations & Enhancing Informal Science Learning, California Academy of Sciences

2017: ‘40 Under 40’ List of Remarkable Geospatial Professionals 2017 by xyHt

2017-present: Science Advisor, Heirs to Our Oceans

2016-present: Kayak guide for people with disabilities and underserved youth through Environmental Traveling Companions

2015-present: Reviewer for the journals Coral Reefs, Journal of Experimental Marine Biology & Ecology, & Invertebrate Biology

2015-present: Volunteer Diver, California Academy of Sciences

2012-2013: Chair of the Graduate Student Committee, ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies

2013: Student Award, Australian Coral Reef Society  

2012-2013: Volunteer for Scientists in Schools, a CSIRO program that brings researchers into Australian classrooms

2010-2013: James Cook University International Research Scholar

2012: James Cook University Great Barrier Reef Research Grant

2005: Volunteer Diver, Bermuda Aquarium  

2003-2015: Volunteer, Marine Mammal Center

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Underwater photography and photogrammetry, Aerial photogrammetry, PADI Divemaster, Nitrox certified, Surface Supply trained, SSI Freediver, First Aid, CPR, and Emergency O2 certified.