Turbulence plays an integral role in the functioning of many natural systems. My research interests focus on the interaction between turbulent fluid flow and biological or ecological systems. The results of such research often leads to a better understanding of our environment, enabling us to better protect and learn from our surroundings.

''Without turbulence, there would be no life on earth'' - H. J. Lugt

The role of turbulence structure in broadcast-spawning. Funded by a National Science Foundation CAREER grant from Biological Oceanography 2004-2009.

Chemical Orientation in Turbulent Environments Above Natural Stream Substrates: The Role of Bed Roughness and Turbulence Structure on Search Mechanisms. Funded by the National Science Foundation, Integrative Biology and Neuroscience 2002-2006.

Analysis of Spatial and Temporal Structure in Turbulent Odor Plumes. Funded by the Office of Naval Research 2000-2002.