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From Tall Ships to Science Leadership: Meet Holly, ECOS’ Newest Voice for Adventure, Collaboration & Ocean Connection
Meet Holly, the newest member of the ECOS thought leadership team! From marine science and sea turtle conservation to life aboard tall ships, Holly’s nonlinear journey has fueled her passion for science communication and collaboration. Discover how her diverse experiences and love for the ocean connect with ECOS’ mission to create inclusive spaces that bring people closer to science.
Melissa Pappas
Sep 235 min read
Meet Cat Smith — From Zoology to SciArt, Bridging Worlds Through Illustration
Cassidy “ Cat” Smith is a science illustrator born and raised in New England with a love for video games, printmaking, and storytelling...
Melissa Pappas
Aug 223 min read
Meet Natalie Chan — A SciArtist Blending Biodiversity, Animation and Endless Curiosity
Natalie grew up between two biodiversity-rich hubs: Hong Kong and California. Despite their status as bustling cities, both offered her...
Melissa Pappas
Aug 223 min read
Meet Rachel Kramer, a Designer Inspired by Nature Turns to SciArt
Meet Rachel Kramer, an aspiring SciArt designer. Rachel Kramer is a graphic design student at Iowa State University. She has always...
Lena Donnarumma
Jul 1, 20244 min read
Scientist Enters Beauty Pageant to Inspire Young Women
Alicia Schickle is a mission-driven miss congeniality. This marine biologist, artist and entrepreneur, is bringing science to the Miss...
Melissa Pappas
May 20, 20244 min read
Meet ECOS' First Intern: Lindsay Newey
SciArtist Lindsay Newey shares her background, projects and excitement to join the ECOS team.
Melissa Pappas
May 20, 20243 min read
How to Get Started in Freelance Science Writing
Sheeva Azma shares her journey from academia to science writing.
Melissa Pappas
May 19, 20245 min read
Using SciArt to Protect Killer Whales
Rosemary Connelli shares her story on how she got into making art to protect whales and fish.
Sofia Fortunato
May 19, 20247 min read
From Academic to Entrepreneur
Sofia Fortunato shares her story on how she transitioned from academia to business owner.
Sofia Fortunato
May 19, 20249 min read
Why Art and Science Go Together
Madi East, a marine scientist, artist and participant in the Reef Face challenge shares her PhD research and life in grad school.
Melissa Pappas
May 19, 20245 min read
Social Media for Scientists: Science Communication at Your Fingertips
Yasmin Meeda shares how social media can be used to communicate research and life as a marine scientist.
Sofia Fortunato
May 19, 20244 min read
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