Eimear obtained her Masters of Science in Marine Sustainability in 2015. Since graduating she has worked in aquariums across Ireland as an aquarist and breeder. She has cared for exotic species held in quarantine facilities, as well as facilitated breeding programs for seahorses, jellyfish, rays, and sharks. For the past 3 years she has travelled to Miami, Florida to live aboard the R/V Garvin with the Field School crew. These expeditions enabled Eimear to assist in research being conducted at the University of Miami and Coastal Carolina University. Aboard the R/V Garvin she gained experience 4catching and scientifically working-up large predatory sharks and stingrays. Eimear’s main interests are on public perception of sharks, and the effects of climate change on their behavioural ecology. She hopes to someday have the opportunity to conduct a PhD based on these passions. Eimear currently works in environmental education. She travels to schools, businesses, and community groups to inform individuals about how to lead more sustainable lifestyles. She presents workshops nationwide on plastic waste, pollution, water/energy consumption, and on marine sustainability.