Benjamin Angalet

Benjamin Angalet is the Field Research Coordinator and Instructor of Laboratory Safety at Kennesaw State University's College of Science and Mathematics (CSM). He is also a full-time Master's student in Integrative Biology, researching physiological adaptations of American alligators, particularly osmoregulation in coastal and inland populations. Angalet manages fieldwork logistics, greenhouses, aquascapes, and fleet operations, while teaching 13 safety trainings. He founded the Aquaria Club to promote marine and freshwater ecology and advises students on hands-on science education.

• Education: Current Master's student in Integrative Biology at KSU; B.S. in Marine Science from College of Coastal Georgia.

Research Interests: Angalet's work bridges comparative physiology and ecological adaptation. His Master's thesis examines alligator lingual glands, while his undergraduate research expanded knowledge of Miocene-Pliocene shark species in coastal Georgia. Future studies will focus on vertebrate evolution and physiology.

Professional Experience: Includes animal husbandry at UGA Aquarium, Park Ranger duties at Jekyll Island Authority involving wildlife rescue and alligator research, and collaboration with the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on conservation initiatives.

Teaching & Safety: Angalet oversees CSM's Laboratory Safety Microcredential program via OwlTrain, requiring attendance at safety trainings (e.g., Chemical Storage, Biological Hazards) and quiz completion. Trainings include topics like Field Safety Awareness, Electrical Safety, and GHS for Lab Users.

Leadership: Founded the Aquaria Club at KSU, fostering student interest in aquatic environments. Facilitates student employment opportunities across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics departments.