Karlisa Callwood, Ph.D.

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Perry Institute for Marine Science, Bahamas

Dr. Karlisa Callwood is from the U.S. Virgin Islands. She is a marine scientist and educator who focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to evaluating fisheries and conservation management. She is interested in establishing practices to enhance science education and capacity building in STEM fields, particularly for persons from underserved communities. Dr. Callwood is also passionate about creating strategies to better bridge the gaps that exist between scientists, policymakers, and the public through informal science learning and interdisciplinary approaches.