Education
2023 - 2024
MSc Marine Conservation & Climate Change
University of Gibraltar, Overseas UK Territory
Specialized in climate adaptation strategies for coastal ecosystems. Dissertation on population metrics of small shark species in the Isle of Man.
2018 - 2020
BSc Marine Biology
Florida International University, United States
Focus on marine biodiversity. Lab research on invasive Asian swamp eels in the Everglades. Graduated with High Honors.
Volunteer Experience
Fall 2025
R3 Animal – Marine Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Florianópolis, Brazil
Supported veterinary staff in marine animal rehabilitation, daily husbandry, and laboratory routines. Participated in beach monitoring and environmental education.
2019
Research Assistant
University of Lisbon, Portugal
Conducted gut content analysis of invasive species to assess dietary preferences and predation of endemic Everglades species.
Summer 2019
NATUWA Wildlife Sanctuary
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Assisted with animal care, including feeding and rehabilitation activities. Supported organic enclosure construction and community education initiatives.
My Toolkit
Technical
- GIS Mapping
- Data Analysis
- Scientific Writing
- Field Research Methods
- Marine Survey Techniques
Conservation
- Biodiversity Assessment
- Climate Adaptation Planning
- ESG
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Stakeholder Engagement
Languages
- Portuguese (Native)
- English (Native)
- Spanish (Conversational)
- Italian (Beginner)
Software
- QGIS / R Studio
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Lightroom
- Canva