A warm CBIOMES-welcome to Dalhousie MSc candidate Hanna Gingerich who recently joined CBIOMES.
by Helen Hill for CBIOMES
HH: In summary, what are your research interests?
HG: My research interests include using statistical analyses to better understand spatial trends in aquatic ecology. I am looking forward to exploring the use of molecular methods to better understand the distribution of plankton communities.
HH: What are you currently working on as part of CBIOMES?
HG: I started my Master of Science in September of 2024 with Zoe and Andrew and for CBIOMES, I will be studying the Northwest Atlantic Biological Carbon Pump looking at using molecular markers to identify zooplankton community composition.
HH: What is your educational background?
HG: I completed my Bachelor of Science, Honours at the University of Guelph studying Marine and Freshwater Biology Co-op.
Story image: Hanna says “In my spare time I enjoy scuba diving, rock climbing, fishing, backcountry camping, and hiking.”