PRIYA SHUKLA
Ocean & Climate Scientist
Science Communicator
PhD Candidate, University of California, Davis
Pronouns: She | Her | Hers
PRIYA SHUKLA
Science, Communication, and Community in a Warming World
For my PhD research, I am working with the Hog Island, Tomales Bay & Bodega Bay Oyster Companies to develop strategies for improving oysters' ability to withstand temperature-driven disease outbreaks.
Public Scholarship and Activism are key components of my work - I strive to clearly communicate climate and ocean science, while amplifying marginalized voices and perspectives.
Research
Shellfish Aquaculture in Changing Ocean
As a graduate student at UC Davis, I am studying the effects of warming on temperature-related disease outbreaks in California oyster farms and whether oysters can be 'primed' to tolerate stressful environmental conditions.
Public Engagement
Communicating About How Climate Change Affects The Ocean and Our Communities
I write and speak about ocean + climate science, civically engaged science & the need for justice, equity, diversity & inclusion.
What's the latest?
Check out some of my recent research & public scholarship efforts!
Priya Starts as a Science Engagement Specialist
October 2022 | California Ocean Science Trust
Priya Joins Point Blue's Science Advisory Committee
October 2022 | Point Blue
"Running Boot Camps for Oysters to Train Them for a Warming World"
Priya Awarded UC Davis Dissertation Year Fellowship!
June 2022 | UC Davis
"Border Patrol’s Answer To Climate Change Is Robot Dogs. And, It’s The Wrong One"
May 2022 | Currently
"Managed and unmanaged whale mortality in the California Current Ecosystem"
June 2022 | Marine Policy