Author: Cindy Lebrasse

Born and raised on Mauritius Island in the Indian Ocean, I came to the United States in 2015 as a Fulbright scholar to pursue a Masters degree in Marine Science at North Carolina State University. After completing my Masters degree, I stayed at NC State University where I am currently a 4th year PhD candidate, also working in parallel as an ORISE fellow at the U.S. EPA. My current research focuses on two blue carbon habitats: seagrass meadows and salt marshes. I am applying different methods ranging from satellite remote sensing to water circulation models to fill the current knowledge gaps in the areal extent and carbon storage capacity of these important blue carbon sinks for better monitoring and management of such ecosystems in the face of climate and anthropogenic pressures. When not sciencing, I enjoy my daily yoga routines, taking care of my house plants, watching f.r.i.e.n.d.s for the hundredth time, and nature walks/hikes.