About Me

I am an evolutionary ecologist who uses bioinformatics and population genomics tools to investigate adaptation across space and time, by bringing together historical and contemporary datasets to explore how anthropogenic activity can drive genomic change. Ecological and evolutionary processes occur simultaneously, and feedback loops between them can shape demographic histories, species interactions, and community-level dynamics. However, much is still unknown about the role evolution will play in facilitating species responses to global change. In my research, I seek to address how evolutionary forces interact to drive large-scale patterns in adaptation and genetic diversity.

When not doing my own research, I am also very passionate about getting our younger generations engaged in scientific endeavors. I have a sustained and sincere commitment to broadening participation in the sciences through education and outreach initiatives and have devoted significant time to these pursuits over the past 12 years. I have spent several years working in the Philadelphia Public School District supplementing science curriculum with hands-on activities, and running science summer camps for all age groups. I also served as the Outreach Coordinator for the Ecology & Evolution GSA at Rutgers, and as an Ecology Teacher at an early education enrichment center in NJ.