I’m from sunny South Africa, currently doing a PhD in aquatic science. I graduated with a masters in Biological Sciences from the University of Cape Town, and spent some time working at a rehabilitation centre for injured sea turtles before coming to Galway. This has left me with a profound admiration for the complexity and beauty of marine life.
I’ve always appreciated the multi-disciplinary nature of marine science, and how healthy marine ecosystems are a strong platform on which communities can grow. Therefore my PhD research is focussed on seafood sustainability and safety, and aims to develop a reliable scientific-based traceability tool for shellfish in Ireland.
My external supervisors are Dr Liam Morrison and Mr. Dave Clarke
