Amy Wallace

Degree Sought: M.Sc. in Biological Oceanography

Thesis Topic:

Patch Reef Assessment in Biscayne National Park

Research Interests:

Patch Reef Assessment in Biscayne National Park.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology: US Air Force Academy, 2003

Research Experience:

• University of South Florida, St Petersburg, January 2009-Present
  Research Aide, Dr. Pam Hallock-Muller
  • Performing foraminifera classification.
    
• University of Colorado, Boulder, Spring 2003.
  Directed Research, Dr. David Chizar
  • Completed research testing the effects of predatory inhibitors on Boiga irregularis
    
• US Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Fall 2002.
  Directed Research, Dr. Tom Unangst
  • Completed research testing desiccation and freezing effects on measurement/mass equation for Rana catesbeiana
    

Professional Experience:

• Research Aide, USF, January 2009-Present
• Dive Master, Florida Aquarium, October 2007-Present
• Dive Master, Forty Fathoms Grotto, May 2005-November 2005

Outreach Activities:

• Marine Science Advisory Committee, Outreach Coordinator (Fall 2009- Summer 2010)

Affiliations and Certifications:

• USF American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Scientific Diver
• PADI Open Water Instructor
• DAN Oxygen Provider
• CPR-First Aid Certified
• Enriched Air/Nitrox Instructor