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Forensic Ecology (NATURE DETECTIVE) with Tiara Moore

Ologies with Alie Ward

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From Medicine to Marine Science and Beyond

This chapter chronicles the author's academic transition from pursuing a pre-med track to discovering a profound passion for marine science during a transformative ecology class in Costa Rica. It explores their research into nutrient pollution's impact on aquatic ecosystems, particularly focusing on harmful algal blooms and biodiversity studies utilizing environmental DNA. The discussion also delves into ecological methodologies and the transition into forest ecology, emphasizing the significant human influence on ecosystem health.

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