As a student researcher with the Aquatic Optics group at the Canada Center for Inland Waters, I discovered an interest in satellite and optical oceanography while using remote sensing techniques to identify harmful algal blooms, their spatial extent and severity, and while investigating optical properties of water in various Canadian lakes. I also have a keen interest in modelling, algorithm development, and data science as a result of my undergraduate experiences. My current research focuses on developing a remote sensing algorithm to help determine phytoplankton community composition in Arctic waters. Outside of research, I enjoy yoga, exploring the city, and crocheting.