Policy impact from Pyramids of Life 🌊 Our ecosystem-modelling work is in the Evidence Statement for the Celtic Sea & Western Channel pelagic FMP. Multispecies modelling in mizer explored food-web roles and “what-if” biomass change scenarios. It was exciting to see my calibrated model put to use!

🌊Want to work supporting MASTS? Fancy working at the Scottish Oceans Institute in St Andrews, Scotland? [we work right by the beach!] We currently have a full time position open for an administrative assistant. Deadline: 12 Jan 🔗 More info here: www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/...

Shouting out Ed Lavender et al.’s new paper in Science Advances 👇 Using animal tracking with particle algorithms to get much sharper maps of space use and residency for Critically Endangered flapper skate, and to evaluate MPA design. Open access: doi.org/10.1126/scia...

Animal tracking with particle algorithms informs protected area design

Particle algorithms strengthen the value of acoustic telemetry for conservation.

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A first for Cupar Sub Aqua Club in Loch Sunart - and only my second after several hundred UK dives - a spiny lobster/crawfish. Even familiar dives can throw up unusual surprises!

New paper finally out! We tested whether a 660 nm laser scanner, designed to automate crustacean data collection, affects prawn eyes 👁️🦐 📉 Single scans: no detectable issues 📈 Repeated scans: subtle tissue changes emerge Open access in @PLOSOne 👉https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0317706

Our paper, "Assessing the effect of 660nm laser imaging on crustacean eyes," is accepted in PLOS ONE! 🦐🔬 We explore how Class 3R lasers affect white-legged prawn eyes, paving the way for ethical, tech-driven, size-based stock assessment. 🌊 #FisheriesScience #Sustainability #PLOSOne

My 15 seconds of fame on the BBC SW Politics Show this morning (from a 10 minute interview!) The segment on the #pollack fishery starts at 13:30, I am on at 16:30 lnkd.in/e3WwGMnN Learn more about our Pollack FISP project here: lnkd.in/ejGA7pbv @thembauk.bsky.social @plymbiomarsci.bsky.social 🐟

At Pyramids of Life, we're working on a framework for creating size-spectrum Mizer models from diverse empirical data sources. By streamlining parameterisation and calibration, we're enabling more robust marine ecosystem insights. A paper and package are in progress - stay tuned! 🐟📊 #MarineScience

Hello, BlueSky! After contemplation, I’ve decided to join this platform and start fresh. I’m here to rebuild my network and find meaningful interactions in a more pleasant online space. Looking forward to connecting over science, the marine environment, and big ol' hills!