Mason Rogers

I am a fourth-year graduate student studying physical oceanography with Raffaele Ferrari. I study the stratification and circulation of the mid-depth ocean with theoretical and numerical models. Outside of work I enjoy hiking and playing tennis.

Lesly Franco

I'm currently a 4th year PhD candidate in Jesse Kroll's group studying atmospheric chemistry. I look at long-term aging of organic carbon using a chamber & flow tube to simulate atmospheric conditions. In my free time I like to dance salsa, hike, and drink boba.

Lyssa Freese

I research the intersection of air quality, climate, and energy policy, working with Prof. Noelle Selin. In college I studied international affairs, followed by a few years working in DC and China on environmental policy. After this, I decided to pursue my PhD, bringing together the earth science with social science. I also think a lot about how we can make the earth (and energy) sciences more diverse and equitable spaces. When I'm not in my office I love spending my time making ceramics, rowing, or hiking.

Eli Mansbach

Hi! My name is Eli Mansbach and I am a fourth year graduate student working with Ben Weiss in the Geophysics department. I am originally from Atlanta, GA and spent a year teaching high prior between college and graduate school. When not in lab, you can find me at the local climbing gym or volunteering as an EMT on the MIT ambulance.

Roos

I work on subducting seamounts and their effect on megathrust earthquakes together with Camilla Cattania. In my free time I enjoy climbing and going to concerts.

Bailey Fluegel

Hi! I'm Bailey and I am a geophysics student in the MIT-WHOI Joint Program working with Dr. Juan Pablo Canales to learn more about tectonic plate boundaries (mainly subduction zones) using seismological techniques. I grew up in Minnesota, and majored in Earth and Planetary Sciences during my undergrad at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Outside of school, I enjoy playing soccer, spending time by the water, and eating ice cream.

Megan Gillen

I'm a 3rd-year student in the MIT-WHOI Joint Program working with Dr. Andrew Ashton (WHOI) and Dr. Taylor Perron (MIT) studying coastal geomorphology. I'm originally from Virginia and studied Geology & Data Science at William & Mary where I also conducted research through the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. Outside of graduate school you can find me playing ultimate frisbee and baking!

Sammy Hasler

I am a 3rd year Planetary Science student working with Kerri Cahoy and Julien de Wit on projects for both exoplanet and Solar System science. I study how we can assist exoplanet characterization for direct imaging missions and search for small bodies (like asteroids) in the Solar System. I am originally from the St. Louis area and enjoy cooking, hiking, and playing piano in my free time.

Zahra Essack

I am a PhD Candidate in the Planetary Science Program, working with Professor Sara Seager on the detection and characterization of exoplanets (planets outside the solar system). I earned my undergraduate and Masters degrees in South Africa, majoring in physics and applied mathematics. I enjoy cooking, traveling, and swimming, and can often be found outside enjoying the Cambridge weather.

Katherine Squires

I am a first-year Chemical Oceanography student in the MIT-WHOI Joint Program working with Dr. Ann Dunlea. I grew up 20 minutes from MIT, and did my undergrad at Colby College, where I studied Chemistry and Studio Art. When I’m not in the lab/office, I like to spend time outdoors, make art, and cook.

Susana Hoyos

I'm a fourth-year graduate student working with Prof. Tim Grove on the thermal and chemical evolution of planets. We melt meteorites/Moon to understand how planets form and differentiate. When I'm not working, I enjoy dancing, taking care of my urban jungle, and hiking.

Arianna Krinos

Arianna is a fourth-year graduate student in the MIT-WHOI Joint Program in Biological Oceanography. She has bachelors degrees in Biological Sciences, Computer Science, and Computational Modeling and Data Analytics from Virginia Tech. She is the oldest of 5 children and loves kayaking and scrapbooking in her spare time.

Madeline Garcia

Maddie is a part of STAR Lab under Dr. Kerri Cahoy. She majored in Aerospace Engineering at MIT for undergrad, and transitioned to Planetary Science in STAR Lab for graduate school. She is interested in space-based instrumentation and works in the cross-section of engineering and science.

Emmie Le Roy

I'm a second year PhD student in Noelle Selin's group studying atmospheric chemistry. My current research investigates the impact of climate variability on tropospheric ozone.

I grew up in California and did my undergraduate studies in Geology and Chemistry. Before coming to MIT, I worked for a global air pollution measurement network. Outside of work, I enjoy being outdoors, learning languages, and training with the MIT Sport Taekwondo club!

Phillip Tuckerman

My name is PJ, I currently work with John Marshall. I am interested in trying to understand simple physical mechanisms behind complex climate phenomena, and am currently working on understanding tropical precipitation (especially monsoons) and convective events (tornadoes, hailstorms) in North America. I also like cookie hour

Zoe Aarons

I am a 3rd year biological oceanography graduate student in the MIT-WHOI Joint Program working with Dr Mick Follows. I am interested in using numerical models to phytoplankton ecology and the subsequent impact on carbon cycling. I graduated from Bowdoin College with a degree in Earth and Oceanographic Science and, outside of school, I enjoy spending time outdoors and cooking.

Ishir Dutta

I'm a fourth year graduate student in Prof. Colette Heald's group studying trends in anthropogenic emissions over the United States. I graduated from Colgate University in 2017 with majors in physics and mathematics, and I enjoy baking on the weekends.