Abigail is currently leading the Sentinel Sites for Nature (SSN) project to monitor biodiversity across California. She also assists with data processing on other research projects. After graduation, Abigail wishes to work as a biologist for the National Park Service or become an ecology professor.

Rachel's research is trying to understand long-term responses in nesting ecology of the threatened western snowy plover and endangered California least tern to increased rocket launches along the Pacific Coast. After graduation, she plans to become a geospatial analyst and study the movement and distribution of bird populations. 

Oliver’s research is building upon the works of previous graduate students studying the responses of the protected western snowy plover and California least tern to rocket launches at Vandenberg Space Force Base. After graduation, he hopes to find a career in wildlife biology focusing in ornithology.

Vanessa is leading a subproject on the urban carnivore project evaluating the behavioral responses of urban carnivores to moonlight. Vanessa wants to pursue a career where she can work with wildlife at a wildlife rehabilitation/ conservation center. 

Miguel's research focuses on how artificial light at night influences the behavior of the endangered San Joaquin kit fox in urban and non-urban environments. He's also an environmental consultant, working with protected species in California’s Central Valley. After graduation, he hopes to continue environmental consulting that supports wildlife conservation and responsible development.

Alyse's research is studying the behavioral responses of the endangered San Joaquin kit fox to artificial (manmade) dens in urban and nonurban settings. After graduation, Alyse plans to continue wildlife research as a professional biologist... though Alyse has already been filling such a role for the Endangered Species Recovery Program!

Megan's research is focused on the acoustic ecology of the endangered California least tern, with a focus on their vocal response to rocket launches. She is also the MESA Program Manager at Bakersfield College, where she supports STEM students. After graduation, she plans to pursue a professor appointment where she can continue helping STEM students. 

Leen is leading a subproject on the urban carnivore project. Leen's subproject is evaluating the spatiotemporal dynamics of feral cats in the urban environment. She hopes to stay involved in conservation research while teaching high school science!

Marcos' research is evaluating how rocket noise influences bat activity.  Marcos received a B.S. in Biology and B.A. in Criminal Justice in Spring 2026.  After graduation, he is hoping to attend law school and pursue a law degree with a focus in environmental law.

Hugo's research has focused on studying ascent sonic booms from rocket launches and their spatial overlap with avian species of concern. After grad school, he hopes to have a career in environmental research.

Inderveer is a postgrad from UCSD who majored in neurobiology. Inderveer is currently contributing to research involving rocket launches and how they impact avian species. Inderveer plans to apply to medical school and become a physician!

Jayanne is a biology major overseeing picture processing for research at Vandenberg Space Force Base. She participated in CSUB’s 2026 SURE program, evaluating the effect of rocket launches on bird flushing behavior.

Mariam is a biology major with a minor in chemistry. She is currently studying ascent sonic booms from rocket launches and helps with the collection and analysis of acoustic data from rocket launches, with the goal of eventually investigating their effects on wildlife. After graduation, she plans to pursue a degree and career in healthcare.

Breanna is a biology major working on the feral cat project of the urban carnivore research. After graduation, Breanna is planning on pursuing a career in veterinary medicine.

Lukas is a biochemistry major. He oversees lab equipment maintenance and assists with field preparation. He has plans for medical school after graduation.

Caroline is a biology major working on the urban carnivore study. She has experience in small mammal trapping, bird counts, and tree monitoring within the California State Park program. She hopes to become a wildlife biologist or environmental scientist.

Alex is a biology major working on Sentinel Sites for Nature Project. He hopes to get his teaching credentials from CSUB and become a high school biology teacher.

Nathan is a biology major and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He is currently involved in research at Vandenberg Space Force Base examining the potential impacts of rocket launches on coastal wildlife. Nathan's passion for wildlife and the outdoors has led him to pursue a career in wildlife conservation.

Brayden is a biology major on the pre-med track. After participating in CSUB’s 2026 SURE program, he continues to contribute to research on bird responses to rocket launches at Vandenberg Space Force Base through image processing. Brayden hopes to become a surgeon.

Sebastian is a Human Biology and Business Administration double major with a minor in Medical Spanish. He works on the Vandenberg project, has over 1,500 clinical hours through COPE Health Scholars, and has been accepted into the WesternU-COMP linkage program with the goal of becoming a physician.

Emily is not only our lab manager but is also studying the relationship between avian species richness and distance to active rocket launch pads. After Emily completes her biology degree, she plans to attend vet school to eventually become a vet at a wildlife rehabilitation center. 

Evelin is a biology major on the pre-med track with an interest in pursuing a career in medicine. She is helping with our project evaluating the flushing response of birds to rocket launches. Her goal is to continue developing her skills and prepare for medical school and a future career in healthcare.

Anika is a biology major working on the Sentinel Sites for Nature Project. Anika is the President of the Pre-Vet Club at CSUB ans is planning on a career in veterinary medicine.

Hector is a ball python that Dr. Hall acquired from a friend back in 2006. Because he was already an adult in 2006, we don't know his real age. Despite being an old snake, he keeps crushing it!