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What we do<\/h1>\n

We study harmful algal blooms (HABs) and their response to environmental change. This involves developing new methods to quantify how cells behave in natural settings. We’re particularly interested in cell-cell interactions and understanding how cells transition between different life history stages. We tackle these problems by coupling intensive in situ monitoring and lab-based ‘omic and molecular approaches.<\/p>\n

We are also developing tools, approaches, and data sharing systems for networks of robotic phytoplankton sensors that stream HAB data to fellow scientists, resource managers, farmers, and the public.<\/p>\n

We aim to share our research products as freely as we can. The systems we develop are open-source and open-design.<\/p>\n

We welcome collaboration and encourage participation from individuals with varied perspectives and experiences. Our group is committed to maintaining a respectful, supportive, and collegial environment where all members can contribute to advancing ocean science. If you’re excited about phytoplankton ecology and HABs, this could be a really great place for you<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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