Laurel Johnston
Interests:
My research investigates the interaction between environmental factors and the physiology of intertidal invertebrates. Specifically, my thesis looks at the effects of temperature and salinity on barnacle (Balanus amphitrite) adhesion to silicone-based foul-release coatings. I believe in integrative, applied science and have begun using proteomics as a powerful tool to strengthen my basic physiological findings. I am also involved in collaborations with the Office of Naval Research in testing novel non-toxic hull coatings both in the lab and at our field site in Morro Bay.
Other interests of mine lie in the realm of social/ecological management of coastal marine environments. Traditional knowledge of coastal ecosystems has proven to be of great importance to environmental conservation and resource management yet is rapidly being lost. By incorporating native peoples and local long-term resource users into the data collection and planning process, I hope to improve the communication between conservation scientists and stakeholders.
Education:
M.S., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California (in progress)
Major in Biological Sciences.
B.S., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California(2005)
Major in Major in Ecology and Systematic Biology.
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