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Author: Cierra Braga

Hello! I'm a PhD student at the Florida Institute of Technology. The lab I work in focuses on ecological engineering along with marine corrosion and biofouling control. I've enjoyed working in the fields of environmental education and outreach. When I'm not working in the lab, I enjoy reading, volleyball, and photography.
Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes in Seahorse Hormones
Biochemistry Biology Ecology Human Health Human impacts Pollution Toxicology

Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes in Seahorse Hormones

While we already know that plastics are harmful to the environment, do you ever really think about how they can…
March 17, 2021March 17, 2021 Cierra Braga
The New Mollusk on the Block
Biodiversity Biological oceanography Climate Change Ecology

The New Mollusk on the Block

Have you ever wondered about how marine animals travel to a new place, you know, when they can’t swim there?…
February 18, 2021 Cierra Braga
One Fish, Two Fish, Climate Change, Who Lives?
Behavior Biological oceanography Biology Climate Change Evolution

One Fish, Two Fish, Climate Change, Who Lives?

There is variation within species, and this variation can lead to some individuals surviving better in the face of environmental…
January 22, 2021 Cierra Braga
Biological oceanography Biology Ecology Fisheries Plastic Pollution

Plastics and Colors and Fish, Oh My!

Have you ever wondered what happens to the garbage that ends up in the ocean? Or about what just might…
December 22, 2020 Cierra Braga
Peek-a-Boo, I See You and My Food Too
Behavior Biology Conservation Ecology

Peek-a-Boo, I See You and My Food Too

Imagine yourself floating in a metal cage off the side of a boat. You are waiting to see something rare,…
November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 Cierra Braga
Deep Sea Vampires and Octopods
Biological oceanography deep sea

Deep Sea Vampires and Octopods

Happy (early) Halloween from the depths of the sea! The two animals from this study live in the deep sea…
October 27, 2020October 27, 2020 Cierra Braga
Virtual Sea Turtles: Predicting the Movement of Hatchlings at Sea
Biological oceanography Biology Conservation Ecology Modeling Sea Turtles

Virtual Sea Turtles: Predicting the Movement of Hatchlings at Sea

A young sea turtle emerges from its nest and races toward the sea and several others are close behind as…
September 28, 2020September 28, 2020 Cierra Braga
Too Slick to Stick
Behavior Biological oceanography Chemistry Invasive Species

Too Slick to Stick

Have you ever walked down a dock to look at the boats? How about under the boat? The sides? Chances…
August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 Cierra Braga
Sneeze, Cough, Chuff: Respiratory Irritation in Dolphins
Behavior Biology Ecology Harmful Algal Bloom

Sneeze, Cough, Chuff: Respiratory Irritation in Dolphins

We all know what it’s like to get sick and have that irritating cough that just doesn’t seem to go…
July 30, 2020 Cierra Braga
Sounds, Stress, and Stingrays
Behavior Biological oceanography Biology Noise

Sounds, Stress, and Stingrays

Have you ever wondered if stingrays can hear noise? Sharks, skates, and rays have multiple sensory organs to help then…
June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 Cierra Braga

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