Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute Welcomes Two New Additions to the Team

By: LOG STAFF

DANIELLE E. HAULSEE, PH.D. JOINS HUBBSSEAWORLD RESEARCH INSTITUTE AS CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER

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She will oversee all scientific work at HSWRI’s laboratories in San Diego and Carlsbad California, and Brevard County in Florida. Her work will include developing and implementing five-year research plans on a rolling basis. Reporting directly to President/CEO Don Kent, Dr. Haulsee will also interface with HSWRI’s B oard of Trustees, scientists, management team members, staff and SeaWorld.

“Danielle’s dedication to ocean conservation research and marine policy g rounded in science, along with her exceptional scientific credentials, ensure s he will be a powerful addition to our team,” said Kent. “She will elevate the scope, impact and awareness of our important research work.”

Dr. Haulsee earned her B.S. in environmental studies at Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania and her Ph.D. in oceanography from the University of Delaware, where she also completed her initial postdoctoral work. She also did postdoctoral work at Hopkins Marine Station before becoming a Research Scientist there.

New ocean conservation and marine policy expert will lead the Institute’s research

SAN DIEGO (DECEMBER 6, 2022)

— Danielle E. Haulsee, Ph.D., most recently a Research Scientist at Stanford University’s Hopkins Marine Station, has been named Chief Science Officer for Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute (HSWRI) and assumes her new role today.

D r. Haulsee will establish scientific priorities, coordinate support for HSWRI scientists, serve as a liaison to the community and develop communications to help attract further financial support for

Hopkins Marine Station, located in Pacific Grove, CA adjacent to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, is the oldest marine lab on the U.S. Pacific Coast and the second oldest in the nation, after Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.

“Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute is internationally renowned for its marine science work within the ocean conservation sector, but deserves broader recognition, especially as it relates to sustainability and climate change impacts,” noted Dr. Haulsee. “I look forward to raising the Institute’s profile and leading the science team into new and vitally important areas.”

Dr. Haulsee has published several papers and made numerous presentations on topics related to ocean conservation. In addition to advisory presentations and workshops, she has made scientific briefings to members of Congress, communicated scientific topics to local and national media, and served as a manuscript reviewer for 19 publications.

S he also recently received the first Hopkins Marine Station Service Award for postdocs, having been judged as exceptionally participatory in HMS community events, supportive in professional development of her peers, proactive in her service and collaborative in her research efforts.

“ The Institute’s scientists and trustees feel very fortunate to have Danielle join our team,” added Kent. “Today’s many challenges to our oceans and the growing impacts of human-marine interactions make our work more important t han ever, and her leadership will help lift that even further.”

HUBBS-SEAWORLD RESEARCH INSTITUTE HIRES FLORIDA PROGRAM DIRECTOR

SAN DIEGO (JANUARY 18, 2023) — Dr. Jeff A. Eble has joined Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute (HSWRI) as its Florida Program Director effective January 3. In his new position, he will lead research operations at HSWRI’s Melbourne Beach facility, and interface with government agencies, academic institutions and the broader community.

D r. Eble was most recently Visiting Research Assistant Professor and Project Coordinator at the Florida Institute of Technology. While there, he led a multidisciplinary, $2.5 million state-funded project to improve understanding and m anagement of the imperiled Indian River Lagoon, where HSWRI has over 40 years of experience conducting research projects.

“Jeff’s experience with project management, along with his proven ability to develop technical and financial support, will be tremendous assets for our Florida operations,” said Danielle E. Haulsee, Ph.D., HSWRI’s Chief Science Officer.

“He also led development and application of new environmental DNA techniques to assess marine biodiversity,” Dr. Haulsee added. “This is just one example of how he will diversify the scientific expertise of our Institute.”

Dr. Eble earned his B.A. in biology and his Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Hawaii (Hilo and Honolulu campuses, respectively). He has published 27 articles in peer-reviewed journals and two b ook chapters, and garnered $2.9 million in research and program grants and appropriations.

Marine biologist and molecular ecologist Jeff A. Eble Ph.D will add to HSWRI’s scientific capabilities and expertise.

“I look forward to providing leadership that supports the Institute’s mission by conducting multidisciplinary research that addresses emerging challenges and opportunities,” noted Dr. Eble. “The sustainability of our marine environments is of critical importance not just to marine life, but to human life as well.”