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Michelle Diminuco
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Marine ecologist

Grad Student  ·  [she/her]

Michelle Diminuco

Specialisation
Marine ecologist
Located in
Athens, Georgia, United States
Working at
Osenberg Lab, University of Georgia
Currently working on
Coral wound regeneration and the microbiome

About me

I am an early-career scientist eager to research coral reefs by incorporating local communities and establishing science-driven stewardship.

Research interests

Coral Microbiome and HolobiontCoral-macroalgae interactionLong-term monitoringRestoration and Stewardship
See my research
I have over 200 dives and enjoy taking up-close photos of marine organisms.
scuba diving and underwater photography

Passion for exploring and observing coral reefs

"Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it."--Mary Oliver

Field experience

> 5 years

Education

M.S. in Ecology student, B.S in Environmental Science

Scuba Certifications

AAUS Scientific Diver, Nitrox, PADI Rescue

Qualified

Small Boat Operations

Full certifications on my CV →

Where I've worked

I have experience with a government agency, non-profit organization, and academia in the Caribbean and Pacific.

Research

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coral reef organismscoral reef organismscoral reef organismscoral reef organisms

Get in touch

mdiminuco@uga.edu
Based in
Athens, Georgia, United States
Working at
Osenberg Lab, University of Georgia