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As a marine ecologist and paleontologist, I use empirical data and mathematical models to explore ecological interactions and their impact on organismal and community responses to climate change across various temporal and spatial scales. I combine modern experiments and fossil data to investigate how past ecosystems responded to climate shifts, which can provide more accurate predictions of how modern communities will respond to the current climate crisis. My overarching goal is to advance foundational ecological science applicable to conservation and environmental stewardship. My research addresses key questions including the influence of species relationships on ecosystem resilience, the role of community structure in response to stressors like warming, and leveraging functional diversity insights from fossil records for promoting healthy ecosystems. I am committed to science communication, advocating for informed decision-making, and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM through mentoring and educational initiatives, particularly for underrepresented groups in the field.