Samantha Rosa

Ph.D. Student

&

NOAA Margaret A. Davidson Fellow

Migration & Mutualism

My research investigates the reproductive ecology of range-expanding subtropical black mangroves (Avicennia germinans) into temperate salt marsh ecosystems. I explore whether pollinators may serve as a “biotic pull” contributing to plants’ adaptation to changing environmental conditions via migration.

Community-Driven Science

I am invested in harnessing my experiences as an educator and ecologist to make science a community practice. I am currently piloting Community-Driven Research, Restoration, and Conservation projects in Chicago, Illinois and St. Augustine, Florida.

Cultural Ecological Knowledge

I explore cultural ecological knowledge at the Synthesis Center for Conservation and Restoration (sCORE) of the Negaunee Institute for Plant Conservation Science and Action at the Chicago Botanic Garden. I investigate novel ways to explore and preserve ethnobotanical knowledge.

ʻĀina-based Education

As a NOAA: Margaret A. Davidson Fellow working with Heʻeia National Estuarine Research Reserve I have the privilege of supporting the ‘Āina Education Professional Learning Program for Windward Oʻahu teachers.