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ABOUT ME

I am interested in understanding the processes that have shaped the evolution of life over millions of years. To do so, I integrate data from Zoology, Marine Biology, and Paleobiology. My research is focused primarily on echinoderms, especially sea urchins and sea cucumbers.

Interpreting the complexities of life and evolution into simple yet awe-inspiring snippets of information can inspire current and future generations to become stewards of the environment. As an educator and leader, I am particularly motivated to inspire students and the public to think critically about our evolutionary history so that we can collectively improve the world.

echinoderms, museum collection

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENT

Stockton University

Assistant Professor of Marine Sciences

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Research Collaborator

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EDUCATION

University of California, Berkeley, U.S.A.

PhD in Integrative Biology

Universidade Federal da Bahia, Brazil

MS in Zoology

Universidade Federal da Bahia, Brazil

BS in Biology, minor in Natural Resources

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