My research interests include: Entomology, apiculture, palynology, pollination biology, with a focus on honey bee-plant interactions, in vitro honey bee rearing systems, microbiology, and molecular biology.

Education

Doctor Philosophy, Entomology, Auburn University Bee Center, Entomology and Plant Pathology, Auburn University, USA, January 2023 - spring 2027

Master of Science, Entomology, Honey Bee Research and Extension Lab, Entomology and Nematology University of Florida, USA
August 2020 - December 2022

Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL USA, Graduated – 2011

Employment

Graduate Research Assistant, Auburn University Bee Center
January 2023 - spring 2027

Graduate Research Assistant, Honey Bee Research and Extension Lab
August 2022 - December 2022

Entomology Outreach Coordinator, Entomology and Nematology University of Florida, USA
August 2020 - August 2022

Teaching Assistant, Bee Biology Course ENTM 5500/6500, Auburn University Entomology and Plant Pathology Department, Auburn, AL USA, Spring 2026

AUBees Practical Beekeeping Workshop, Auburn Bee Center, Auburn, AL USA. Developed and launched, a spring and fall beekeeping workshop for beginner beekeepers designed for participants to gain vital beekeeping skills through both classroom instruction and hands-on training. Some topics covered include: colony health, pests and disease, varroa management, nutrition, splitting a colony, and honey extraction. The workshop program remains currently active. Fall 2023 – currently reoccurring

Teaching