It Begins with the Ocean Biome
By Laura Guertin, Penn State Brandywine, Media, PA, USA My inspiration for this quilt came from an unexpected event – a virtual podcast discussion about world biomes. Back in 2020, …
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Tag: Women in Conservation
Dr. Abbrar Labban, an Environmental conservation specialist for the Conservation of Coral Reefs & Turtles in the Red Sea
Growing up in Saudi Arabia, Abbrar’s connection to the sea began early, with childhood vacations spent snorkeling and swimming along the pristine Red Sea coast-a place not many international travelers …
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Dr. Vanessa Robitzch, a Communication, Citizen Science, & Outreach Program Manager for Conservation of Coral Reefs & Turtles in the Red Sea
Vanessa is a true multi-hyphenate in marine conservation, a marine biologist, population geneticist, and fish ecologist dedicated to protecting coral reef biodiversity. Her research combines ecological, biological, and genetic insights …
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Lisa Uttal, a Science Outreach and Media Coordinator at NOAA’s Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS)
Growing up in Michigan near freshwater lakes, Lisa spent countless hours in the water from a very young age and out in nature. She was a diver and swimmer for …
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Jamie Fitzgerald, an Ocean Conservationist & Partnerships Lead at Edges of Earth Collective
Jamie is a marketing and communications consultant, conservationist, and PADI Divemaster who has dedicated her career to advancing impactful solutions for people and the planet. With over a decade of …
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Sea Briganti, The Founder & CEO of Loliware
Sea is the visionary Founder and CEO of Loliware, an AI-driven materials innovation company pioneering the use of seaweed to tackle plastic pollution and combat climate change. With a mission …
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Dr. Carol Buitrago-López, a Coral Restoration Program Manager at SHAMS
Growing up in Colombia, Carol developed a deep connection to nature, from the lush rainforests to the underwater worlds she dreamed of exploring. Her early experiences instilled in her a …
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Dr. Laurenne Schiller, a Marine Conservation Scientist at Carleton University & Dalhousie University
Laurenne’s career blends rigorous academic training with a drive to reshape how we think about marine conservation for modern challenges. Most recently, she completed a Liber Ero Postdoctoral Fellowship at …
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Tatiana Weston-Webb, a Brazilian Professional Surfer at the World Surf League
Tatiana’s path to becoming one of the world’s top surfers is a blend of Brazilian roots, Hawaiian waves, and relentless love. Born in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Tatiana moved to Kauai, …
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Verena Gill M.S., The Supervisory Biologist at NOAA Fisheries’ Protected Resources Division Alaska
Verena’s lifelong dedication to marine conservation has roots in a childhood fascination with Alaska’s rugged landscapes and unique ocean life. Growing up exploring wild spaces, she was captivated early on …
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