Hi, I’m Bailey!
I’ve been passionate about learning how to respond to and live in conjunction with our changing environment my entire life. It began at an early age, growing up in a rural farming community along an inland lake. I’ve experienced issues ranging in intensity from invasive, tiny mollusks , to the sudden, drastic loss of a local water body that my parents and greater marina community relied on income from. Each time taught the importance of understanding adaptation, resiliency, and preventative measures in our natural environment. Climate change and environmentally unjust practices contribute to further complexities that require both community-oriented and broader solutions.
As a scientist, I’ve spent my undergraduate training learning the ins and outs of environmental chemistry, and PhD training managing projects on the nuances of developing microchips for a range of applications. Along the way, I also developed crucial skills in communicating science to a broad variety of audiences and worked with organizations that utilize scientific data for environmental justice and resiliency, which incorporate data from a range of sources, including indigenous knowledge.
My work has brought me to my current Knauss policy fellowship through NOAA, where I work with the House Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Environment. In this role, I write legislation and lead hearing preparations that advance our understanding and oversight of research that advances our understanding of our environment.
I love talking about my work and field – if you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
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