Ph.D. Marine Science (Biological Oceanography Emphasis), University of South Florida , St. Petersburg, FL , 2007

M.S. Biology (Marine Emphasis), Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi , TX , 1999

B.A. Biology (Marine Emphasis, Chemistry Minor), Occidental College, Los Angeles , CA , 1991

Tropical ecosystems
Ecological modeling
Ecological engineering
Feedback mechanisms
Closed-system micro/macrocosms
Modeling approaches to adaptation testing

MAR 210 – The Oceans (Introduction to Oceanography)
An introduction to biological, chemical, geological, and physical oceanography for
marine science majors.
MAR 300/L – Marine Science I with Laboratory
An in-depth exploration of key geological, chemical, and physical ocean processes.
MAR 301/L – Marine Science II with Laboratory
An in-depth exploration of key biological ocean processes and marine ecosystems.
MAR 310 – Field Methods in Marine Science
An introduction to the methods used in the collection and analysis of marine science
data.
MAR 367 – Waves and Tides
An investigation of complex ocean dynamics, including gravity waves, oceanic
currents, and the tides.
MAR 402 – Marine Environmental Science
An examination of environmental issues that affect oceanic and estuarine ecosystems, with special emphasis on the Gulf of Mexico.
MAR 411 – Remote Sensing of the Ocean
An introduction to the theory and uses of remote sensing technology as a tool for
ocean observation and research.