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Krista Kraskura
Assistant Professor
I am curious about how physiological mechanisms enable fish and other animals to withstand environmental challenge. I am particularlly excited to explore how organisms' physiological performance changes across body size, life-stages, and between the 'lab' and field animals. In my free time, I love to stay active, hike, bike, stare into the water to find animals, and try new things like pottery (also meet my dog Cora!).
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Yvette Gaytan
Master's Student
'I love fish! I am especially interested in temperature tolerance, blood physiology and blood cell morphology, and how climate change affects fish's performance curves. Outside of research, I dabble in many hobbies including weightlifting, video gaming, and playing guitar.'
Abi Millholland
Master's Student. Co-mentored with Dr. Will Ryan and Dr. Jackie Doyle
'I am broadly interested in the effects of environmental change on populations and their ecological roles. Specifically, I am interested in how genetic connectivity, adaptation, and phenotypic plasticity influence a species' ability to adjust to the changing environment. I enjoy hiking, fishing, herping, and being outside in any capacity! I also enjoy playing the guitar when I can.'
Adeline McCullough
Research Assistant.
'I recently finished my master's of science in marine biology, where I researched Atlantic Blue Crab habitat use and movement ecology. In the Kraskura Lab I am excited to broaden my knowledge of animal physiology, and I am especially interested in the effects of human-made environmental pollutants on aquatic organisms. In my free time I like to do yoga, crochet, and spend time with my cat Stella. '
Faith Matthews
Undergraduate Student. Co-mentored with Dr. Christopher Salice
'I explore the ecological impacts of freshwater salinization in Maryland, specifically how salinity affects sex-specific metabolic performance in the native Common crayfish and the invasive Virile crayfish. My goals are to uncover the physiological mechanisms behind the success of invasive species and to contribute insights that inform future conservation and resource management strategies. More broadly, I am passionate about watershed ecology, conservation, and sustainability. I enjoy gardening, drawing and painting, and exploring the outdoors—activities that deepen my appreciation for the natural systems I study!'
Zoe Worthy
Undergraduate Student.
'I'm most excited to learn about human impact on our water systems. I think in the media there is a lot of focus on terrestrial life and too much of general outlook on aquatic systems. This lab does just that with a focus on what we have in our own backyard. I like to dance and my favorite kind of day is a full day at the beach!'
Janaiya Milton
Undergraduate Student. 2026 TU TIGURS fellow.
'I'm excited to collect and organize data. I want to learn more about fish in general, along with amphibians. I love playing video games and writing about what I play!'
Alyson Siple
Undergraduate Student.
'I'm most excited about learning about the tadpoles, whether it’s about salty ponds or whatever other experiments we do I just love frogs! I am also really excited to get a lot of different experiences! Something interesting about me is that I am learning to crochet!'
Alyssa Harsh
Undergraduate Student.
'I'm really interested in Lemur conservation but I also love marine life and sustainability. Whenever I'm free I love to Crochet, do photography, rollerblade, and kayak!'
Sam Norris
Undergraduate Student. Advanced Research Fellow. Co-mentored with Dr. Steven Kimble.
'I'm excited to learn about northern map turtle locomotion and support their conservation. In my free time, I like to draw and go looking for reptiles and amphibians.'
Brianna Hutchins
Master's Student in Dr. Salice Lab. We collaborate on Striped Bass project.
'I am excited to learn about how various fish species are impacted by different factors such as increased temperatures and emergent contaminants such as algal toxins. As climate continues to change in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, monitoring the effects on local fish populations such as striped bass will be important! In my free time, I love to bake and hike. My goal is to eventually hit all of the state parks in Maryland!'
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Past lab members
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After our lab
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Aaron DeLong
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Researcher
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Masters student in Dr. Jay Nelson’s lab, completed pilot study measuring digestive costs in white perch.
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PhD student in Ken Jeffrie’s Lab
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Andrew Blair
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Undergraduate Researcher
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Completed and independent study measuring thermal death time on striped bass embryos and larvae.
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Aquarist at the National Aquarium
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