This is an amazing initiative covering lots of projects which leverage both genetic and satellite sampling to understand ecology and evolution.

Allison Cramer is a forward-thinking marine ecologist and assistant professor within ASU’s School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Her work transcends traditional boundaries by applying data science, innovative instrumentation, and hands-on experimentation to unlock new insights into biodiversity. Cramer’s research examines the complex mechanisms that shape marine life across scales of time and space, positioning her at the forefront of efforts to predict and navigate the impacts of global environmental changes.

Joanna is currently a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at University of California Santa Cruz. She was previously in the School of Biological Sciences at Washington State University. Her research focuses on the genomic basis of adaptation, with a special emphasis on extreme environments. She is a member of the Society for Molecular Biology and Evolution (SMBE).