My research integrates sedimentological and paleontological data to develop a better
understanding of the controls on the preservation of geologic and fossil records.
Specifically, I'm interested in identifying and accounting for variation in the quality
of sedimentary records across time and space. Grounded in original field-collected
data, my research aims to create a quantitative framework for interpreting, analyzing,
and comparing these records across a variety of geologic settings and time periods.
Beyond the classroom, I have extended my scholarship of teaching and learning to include
dissemination of work done at Fresno State at state, national, and international venues.These
scholarly pursuits include preparing future elementary science teachers, improving
science workforce training and interdisciplinary learning through course-based research
projects that inform campus sustainability practices, and improving retention rates
of science and math students through the development of a freshman learning community.
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