Ecology
Wu
Oxley
Boyle
Graduating from the University of Notre Dame with degrees in Environmental Science and American Studies, Jack is a 1st year Master of Science Student whose research is in hydrology. In addition to his research Jack has completed several terms of service as a Wildland Firefighter & Wilderness Ranger. He would love to hear from undergrads, prospective students, and others interested in his research topic!
Ekimova
Valentina did her PhD at the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (found in collaboration with MIT) in 2022 on destabilization of gas hydrates in permafrost due to natural and technogenic salt solution. She joined the department in Spring 2024 as a Postdoctoral Research Associate and also she is a UVA Environmental Institute Climate Fellow under the supervision of prof. Howard Epstein.