CAMPUS:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
COHORT LEVEL
Cohort-3 (2024)
ACADEMIC LEVEL
Doctoral (Ph.D.)
Research Title
Ecological facilitation as a tool for restoring coral reefs ecosystems; The use of emerging technology
Cohort : 3
Level: PhD
Expect Graduation Date: August 2026
Campus: University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Research Theme: Oceans & Coasts
Biography
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Neidibel is a NOAA EPP CESSRST-II Cohort 3 fellow currently pursuing a PhD in Biological Oceanography. Her work focuses on marine investigation, coral reef research, and the effects of climate change, with a particular emphasis on using advanced technology for data collection and analysis. She enjoys coordinating and organizing fieldwork, utilizing GIS tools, conducting aquatic surveys, and applying fluorescence microscopy techniques.
Research
Ecological facilitation as a tool for restoring coral reefs ecosystems; The use of emerging technology
Academic Mentor: Roy Armstrong, Ph.D.
NOAA Mentor: Shay Viehman
NERTO
NERTO Title: Integrating technology and imagery into evaluations of coral reef condition
Year: 2026
NERTO Mentor: Shay Viehman (NOS)
NERTO Location: NCCOS, Silver Springs, MD