Dr. Rice is a professor in aquaculture at the University of Rhode Island under the Department of Fisheries, Animal and Veterinary Science.  In his research, Dr. focuses on bivalve mollusks, such as oysters and mussels, and optimization of aquaculture systems based on natural and economic factors related to shellfish production. He spoke to us on sustainable aquaculture, specifically related to estuarine aquaculture in the Philippines.  To learn more about Dr. Rice and his work, check out the URI website!

Dr. Luz Kogson is a research associate at the University of Maine under the Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR).  Recently, Dr. Kogson worked with Dr. Coleen Suckling of URI on the ranching of green sea urchins in the New England area. She presented on this research and how their designed methods of aquaculture relate to sustainability and our relationship with the planet.  To learn more about her and the CCAR, check out the UMaine website!

Dr. Taylor is an assistant professor in food systems and agriculture at the University of Rhode Island under the Department of Plant Sciences and Entomology.  His research focuses on urban agroforestry, and he presented to us the basics of sustainable agriculture along with his work in urban green infrastructure and agriculture. To learn more about him and his research, check his page on the URI website!

Kiran is the graduate student advisor and former president of ESW studying Electrical Engineering. His motivation for joining Engineers for a Sustainable World stems from a passion and drive for sustainability and keeping the world green. Thus, Kiran helped to design and build ESW's Hydroponics System, which he discussed as an innovation in sustainable agriculture that better our relationship with the planet.