Researcher biography

Qualifications:

-Bachelor of Science: Marine Biology (University of California, Santa Cruz) (2018-2022)
-Master of Science: Fisheries Science (Oregon State University) (2022-2024)

Project title:

Untangling the ‘Fisher Effect’: Leveraging Fisher Skill for Bycatch Management

Project description:

For my PhD, I am researching fisher-informed strategies for effective bycatch management across fisheries internationally. My particular interest is in the social-psychological and governance factors shaping bycatch-mitigative fishing practices and behaviors. Overall, my work focuses on collaborating directly with key actors and community partners to develop innovative approaches for marine resource management.

Funding:

University of Queensland Research Training Stipend & Tuition Fee Offset

Advisors/supervisors:

Dr. Leslie Roberson & Assoc. Prof. Carissa Klein