Abigail Tucker
@abigailtucker
Environmental scientist focused on aquatic ecology, water-quality research, and community conservation.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an environmental scientist with hands-on experience in aquatic ecology, field sampling, and laboratory analyses focused on water quality across North Carolina watersheds.
At UNCW's Aquatic Ecology Lab I led field sampling campaigns, collected in-situ measurements with a YSI, and performed chlorophyll analyses and ecological data management to monitor algal blooms and watershed health.
I combine strong community engagement—organizing tree-planting events and coordinating with county planning—with practical propagation experience in greenhouse and rare-plant care, bringing both scientific rigor and outreach skills to conservation roles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Assistant
UNCW Center for Marine Science Aquatic Ecology Laboratory
May 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 8 months)
Conducted field and lab research on water quality across Cape Fear and Black River basins, performing in-situ YSI measurements and chlorophyll analyses to detect algal blooms; managed and analyzed ecological datasets to support water-quality assessments.
Project Intern
Alliance for Cape Fear Trees
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023 (6 months)
Organized community outreach and tree-planting events, collaborated with New Hanover County Planning Office on tree protection standards, and represented the organization at county commissioners meetings to advance urban canopy initiatives.
Research Intern
Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanical Garden
May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)
Maintained commercial and non-commercial greenhouses, assisted with propagation, seedling cultivation and transplants, and managed plant inventory and taxonomy including work with rare and endangered indigenous plants.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
2019 - 2023
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with coursework and field experience focused on aquatic ecology and water quality.
University of Galway
Exchange Student, Environmental Science
2021 - 2022
Participated in an academic exchange program with coursework and cultural immersion during the 2021–2022 academic year.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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