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My research focuses on the sources, transport, and fate of contaminants of emerging concern (namely microplastics, herbicides, and pharmaceuticals)  in aquatic systems. I completed undergraduate and graduate level research in the Judd Aquatics lab at Eastern Michigan University for four years. My M.S. thesis research focused on quantifying the non-point sources of microplastics in the Huron River, as well as how microplastics and pharmaceuticals impact filter feeding organisms. Currently, I am studying coastal water quality at Clemson University with Dr. Stefanie Whitmire. Read more about my current research here!

I worked as a graduate teaching assistant for an introductory biology course (BIO 111) at EMU for two years. Additionally, I  mentored multiple undergraduate and high school students. I have a strong passion for mentoring and teaching students, and would like to become a professor after attaining my PhD.

I am passionate about working with communities to not only share my work, but also to learn about community concerns to focus research efforts.  As a scientist, I feel that it is our job to not only conduct meaningful research, but also to share it with the public.