The Impact of Everyday Decisions

“One of my main goals through my research is learning how to effectively communicate scientific messages to the public and have them understand what it means for a statement to be supported by evidence and science. I want people to make these connections, rather than hearing a quote on the news about the environment and think that it doesn’t affect them. There are small things that everyone can do on a daily basis that actually make a difference. That’s why outreach and education is so important to me. Your decisions every day impact animals, the environment, and other individuals.”

P.S. Los Angeles,

“I always loved spending time outside, so when I saw an opportunity to do field work in French Polynesia, I decided to apply. It was through this experience that I realized how much I loved conducting scientific research.”