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I am a conservation ecologist and writer. I conduct my interdisciplinary research at the intersection of science, management, and community, focusing primarily on amphibian declines, wildlife reintroductions, and endangered species management. My writing explores how to cope with the stark realities of the biodiversity crisis.
I hold a Ph.D. and M.A. in Ecology, and a B.A. in Environmental Studies with an emphasis in Conservation Biology. I have worked in the government, nonprofit, academic, and private sectors. My field work has spanned diverse ecosystems—from Mexico's Sonoran Desert to the Boreal Forests of Canada, and from California's Channel Islands to aquatic habitats in Yosemite and Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks.
You can learn more about my current research on the projects page, and updates on the news page. My CV is available here. In my Substack newsletter, Hopecology, I publish current writings about seeking hope amidst the environmental crisis. My blog archive explores various topics from the intersection of being both a scientist and human. If you’d like to get in touch, please reach out via the contact page. All of the views expressed on this website are my own.