Anya Hanson
Diving Safety Officer for the University of Rhode Island
Hanson oversees scientific research diving, instructs diving-based courses and provides support for the diverse array of underwater research at the University. Her background is marine biology with an M.Sc. from University of Connecticut in Oceanography. Hanson’s personal interests are underwater photography, traveling, and mountain biking.
“Much of the issues surrounding ocean plastic pollution is hiding from plain view. When you’ve explored the underwater environment or remote beaches and seen plastics littered about or wrapped around innocent marine life, the harm caused becomes unbearable. By capturing relevant underwater imagery, we can contribute towards the awareness of this issue and help communicate the importance of conservation efforts.”
Links
URI Diving Research & Safety Program
A Novel 3D Camera Design to Map Sensitive Underwater Ecosystems
Header image credit: Jasmin Sessler