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About me

I am a conservation geneticist based in Scotland, working at the intersection of genomics, ecological modelling, and conservation. My current research focuses on understanding the drivers of freshwater pearl mussel decline and how populations may respond to environmental change.

I completed my PhD at the University of Aberdeen in March 2026, funded by the SUPER DTP, passing my viva with no corrections. I was based in the Layton Lab and supervised by Kara Layton, Lesley Lancaster, and Victoria Pritchard. My work combined population genomics and modelling to investigate local adaptation and climate vulnerability in endangered freshwater species.

My research is published in Conservation Genetics, including work on genomic evidence of local adaptation in Scottish freshwater pearl mussels (doi:10.1007/s10592-025-01739-6).

Alongside research, I am interested in accessibility and inclusivity in academia, particularly for neurodiverse and disabled researchers, as well as data visualisation, reproducible workflows, and clear scientific communication.

I have served on multiple committees (including as Chair) as a postgraduate research representative, contributing to student activities and wider research governance. I co-created guidance for disabled postgraduate researchers and supervisors, helping to clarify processes and improve access to student support.

I have also delivered training, including an introductory GitHub seminar for my department within the seminar series.