Pirta Palola
Hi, I am Pirta, a DPhil student in the Seascape Ecology Lab.
I have a deep interest in applying complexity science in ecology and economics. In my current research, I develop remote sensing algorithms for shallow coastal waters. By leveraging remote sensing data, I seek to better understand patterns of land-sea connectivity across different spatial-temporal scales.
I have experience planning and conducting marine fieldwork in contrasting environments, from atolls in the South Pacific to the Canary Islands and the Baltic Sea. During my enrichment placement at the Alan Turing Institute in 2023, I developed my analytical skills in machine learning, Bayesian inference and numerical simulations.
I am passionate about protecting the seas and enjoy sailing. I also love music and playing the viola.
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