I am a Research Scientist in the College of Forest Resources & Environmental Science at Michigan Tech University. I work on peatland conservation and restoration in collaboration with groups such as SWAMP and PeatRestore. Recent projects include studying the impacts of grazing on carbon fluxes in the Andes, mapping peatlands in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and developing tools to help translate the science of peatland ecology into positive restoration and management outcomes.
Previous research projects focused on understanding carbon cycle changes in thawing Arctic peatlands and predicting how the benefits people derive from ecosystems are altered by environmental changes such as decreased water availability.
When I am not doing science, I can usually be found running, biking, or hiking in the mountains. I also love teaching and try to engage in environmental education activities whenever possible.
Academic Degrees
PhD: Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, University of Arizona
MSc: School of Natural Resources & Environment, University of Arizona
BA: Biology & Environmental Studies, Carleton College
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