Leah Bymers

Leah Bymers is a Teaching Professor in the School of Marine and Environmental Programs at the University of New England, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. She has taught there for 15 years, focusing on introductory marine science courses and upper-level marine ecology topics. Her academic journey includes an undergraduate degree in marine biology from Nova Scotia, Canada, and a Master’s in environmental science from the University of Arizona. Her research has centered on ecological monitoring, including river flow impacts on ecosystems and macroalgal dynamics in controlled environments like the Biosphere II. She holds an NSF GK-12 Fellowship for her work in science communication with youth.

• Education:
• Bachelor's in Marine Biology (Nova Scotia, Canada)
• Master’s in Environmental Science (University of Arizona)

Research Interests: Combines fieldwork and controlled experiments to study aquatic ecosystems. Key areas include coral diet dynamics, aquaculture management, and long-term river ecology. She emphasizes translating complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences, informed by her NSF-funded fellowship.

Awards:

• NSF GK-12 Fellowship (enhanced science communication skills)

Teaching & Mentorship: Leads foundational marine science courses for freshmen and mentors students in applied ecology. No specific grants or major lab affiliations are highlighted in the text.