Warm greetings from the Caribbean!
I am a Trinidadian Scientist that is simply fascinated by this beautiful planet that we call home.
During the past eighteen years (2008 – 2026), my multidisciplinary research has focused on understanding human impact on coastal/marine ecosystems, to advance the development of context-specific interventions that will contribute to ecosystem health and human well-being.
My research journey commenced in wetland ecosystems, progressed to oceanic basins (Atlantic, Arctic) and is now focused on the Caribbean Large Marine Ecosystem (CLME) and its Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
During the past seven years (2019 - 2026), I have taught undergraduate level courses to students pursuing the following degrees (i) BSc. Biology (with a Marine Biology Specialization) and, (ii) BSc. Environmental Science and Sustainable Technology. At present, I am supervising several postgraduate students (5 MPhil, 1 PhD) focused on various aspects of marine science.
I am also fortunate to have the opportunity to collaborate with very diverse teams of people that work towards common goals.
I consider myself a continuous learner that possesses a growth mindset. My leadership styles are constructive. The group of people that I enjoy working with the most are youths.
Best wishes from Trinidad,
La Daana
