Research & Policy-making

i. Ecological Society of America Graduate Student Policy Award (2026) 

Selected for the ESA Graduate Student Policy Award and participated in policy training and meetings with policymakers in Washington, D.C., focused on advancing science-informed conservation policy. 

ii. Society for the Study of Evolution (SSE) AIBS Congressional Visits Day Grant (2026)

Awarded competitive funding to participate in the AIBS Communications Boot Camp for Scientists and Congressional Visits Day in Washington, D.C. This program provided advanced training in science communication and opportunities to engage with policymakers on issues related to biological research and conservation.