A science lover

I am a marine ecologist and a seagrass lover.
My research philosophy is summarized as "Exploration, Protection, and Application".
Exploration: I use seagrasses as model species to explore fundamental gaps in knowledge about the relationship between plants and their environments, especially in the context of rapid environmental changes.
Protection: I want to protect seagrasses and their values using the knowledge from research to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of seagrass management, resilience building and restoration.
Application: I want to apply seagrasses as a tool to mitigate climate change, secure coastal ecosystems and solve global problems.

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From December 2024, I have joined the Yas SeaWorld Research and Rescue Center, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE as a Senior Researcher. My current role is to lead the seagrass research program at the center, aiming to further advance seagrass research at the region, facilitate regional and international collaborations and ultimately contribute to secure sustainable seagrass ecosystems in Abu Dhabi's waters and beyond.