About Me
I'm PJ, an environmental professional with a passion for water resources. My background includes international experience in aquatic science with local, state, and federal government agencies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and the private sector.
I have a strong research background and have conducted studies on:
- The Biogeochemistry of Agricultural Streams and Wetlands
- The Impact of Invasive Asian Carp on Zooplankton Community Dynamics
- Habitat and Community Dynamics Driving Northern Pike and Lake Trout Growth and Life History Variation
- The Effects of Caged Aquaculture on Boreal Shield Lake Ecosystems
- Drivers of Sexual Size Dimorphism in Northern Pike
- Long-Term Demographics of Fishes in the Chicago Area Waterway System
- Spatial and Movement Ecology of Fishes in the Upper Mississippi River Basin
Currently, I am a project manager working with diverse stakeholders to deliver projects related to aquatic ecosystem restoration, flood risk management, navigation, water quality, and recreation.
In my spare time, I like to connect with the outdoors and be as active as possible. I enjoy camping, hiking, paddling, climbing, birding, skiing, biking, and swimming. When I am not exploring the outdoors, I enjoy reading, writing, cooking, playing music, crafting, and communicating science.