Education
Ph.D. Candidate
King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT)
Conservation Ecology Program
Expected graduation 2025
MSc in Natural Resources and Environmental Management / Applied Terrestrial Ecology
University of Hawaii at Manoa (Honolulu, HI)
Wildlife Ecology Lab
4.0 GPA
Graduated 2019
BSc in Environmental Science / Zoology
Western Washington University (Bellingham, WA)
Huxley College of the Environment
Phi Beta Kappa 2007-2009
Graduated 2013
Awards
Petchra Pra Jom Klao Doctoral Research Scholarship Recipient
KMUTT University Bangkok, Thailand
2019 Winner of the Student Research Symposium in Sustainability and Conservation
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bl9mj26S3Qk
2019 Runner up in 3 Minute Thesis Competition
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q45WUB6qwGA
2018 Recipient of Graduate Student Fellowship Award
The Society for Conservation Biology Oceania
2018 Recipient of the Graduate Student Organization Research Award
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
2012-2015 Phi betta kappa recognition for academic excellence
Recent Experience
Program Manager and Elephant Researcher Current
Bring The Elephant Home - Kui Buri Thailand, Eastern Cape South Africa
. Coordinate and assist with elephant research and education in Thailand and South Africa
Director Current
WildChoices - Eastern Cape, South Africa
. Develop, implement, and oversee activities and executions surrounding ethical assessments of wildlife facilities
Conservation Research Coordinator 2020 to 2021
SEED Madagascar - Anosy region, Madagascar
. Develop, implement, and oversee conservation research and projects in the Anosy region of Madagascar to ensure effective mitigation of biodiversity loss.
Avian Research Assistant 2019
Flying Penguin Force - Codfish Island, New Zealand
· Performed avian banding and biometrics
· Determined potential translocation sites for a critically endangered species
· Handled seabird specimens and conducted tests according to established protocols
Avian Rehabilitation 2019 to 2020
Save Our Shearwaters - Lihue, HI
· Handled rehabilitated and tagged over 170 individuals to optimize species protection and management
· Assisted in program implementation to protect threatened species from anthropogenic threats
Lab Member 2017 to 2019
The Wildlife Ecology Lab / University Of Hawai'i At Mānoa - Honolulu, HI
· Conducted meticulous research to answer multifaceted questions regarding the effects of light pollution on seabirds in Hawai'i
· Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures and tests and analyzed statistical data
· Mentored other projects regarding wildlife management
Board Member 2018 to 2020
Society For Conservation Biology Hawai'i Chapter - Honolulu, HI
· Monitored operational activities that included membership, recruitment, and administration to ascertain the effectiveness of conservation programs
· Focused teams on developing innovative approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning for conservation activities throughout Hawai'i
Treasurer 2018 to 2019
Graduate Student Organization - Honolulu, HI
· Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations for the Graduate Student Organization at the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
· Planned and managed annual budgets, tracking expenses and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal function
Teaching Assistant 2017 to 2019
The University Of Hawai'i At Mānoa - Honolulu, HI
· Conducted instruction for the following courses; Statistics, Biology Laboratory, Natural Resources, and Environmental Management Laboratory
· Enhanced student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities while providing support and generation of course material
Seabird Symposium Coordinator and Co-Host 2018
Society For Conservation Biology Oceania - Wellington, New Zealand
· Presented research and contributed to a panel regarding seabird conservation and human-wildlife conflict strategy
· Recruited and facilitated presentations from prominent seabird researchers throughout Oceania
Presentations
Pacific Seabird Group 2018 - Lihue, Kaua'i
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Invited speaker
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Travel award recipient of $300
Hawai'i Conservation Conference 2018 – Honolulu, Hawai'i
Invited speaker
Society for Conservation Biology Oceania 2018 - Wellington New Zealand
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Invited speaker
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Symposium coordinator, host and panel speaker
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Travel award recipient of $650 and winner of Graduate Student
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Fellowship Award for excellence in research ($1,000)
Honolulu Parks and Recreation Annual Meeting 2018
Invited speaker to speak with employees recommend measures for human-wildlife conflict mitigation
Ornithological Society of New Zealand 2019 - Wellington, New Zealand
Invited speaker and travel award recipient of $400
Society for Conservation Biology Global 2019 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Invited speaker and travel award recipient of $600
College of Tropical Agricultural and Human Resources Sustainability Conference 2019 - Honolulu, Hawai'i
Keynote speaker, invited as winner of research symposium to share research with donors
Hawaii Conservation Conference 2021 - Remote
Invited speaker
World Seabird Conference 2021 - Remote
Invited speaker
Certifications
Wilderness First Aid
CPR
Lifeguard
IUCN Red listing certified
Sub-permitted for bird banding under Masterbander Javier Cotin
Certificate in ORC Animal Welfare
Certificate in ORC Biological Safety Program
CITI certified in Animal Research
IACUC certified in Wildlife Research
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