UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #343
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Submission Number: 343
Submission ID: 7961
Submission UUID: a4c839be-cd90-4616-99d7-7e8895587941
Submission URI: /urop-research-mentor-project-submission-portal
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Created: Wed, 06/28/2023 - 10:26 AM
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Changed: Mon, 09/11/2023 - 07:44 PM
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Language: English
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Webform: UROP Project Proposal Portal
Submitted to: UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal
Primary Research Mentor Name | Julia Saltzman |
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Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns | She/Her/Hers |
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? | Ms. |
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) | jrs22bb@fsu.edu |
Position Title | Graduate Student |
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Faculty Advisor's FSU Email | |
FSU College (if applicable) | Arts and Sciences |
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation | EOAS |
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Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above) | Dr. Mariana Fuentes |
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Pronouns | She/Her/Hers |
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Honorific? | Dr. |
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) | mfuentes@fsu.edu |
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Title of the Project | Analysis of drone footage to assess marine turtle and vessel interactions in the Gulf of Mexico |
Project Keywords | marine biology, conservation, sea turtles, marine turtle, marine megafauna, drones |
Are you currently looking for research assistants? | No |
Number of Research Assistants Needed | 2 |
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) | Environmental Science, Biology, Computer Science |
Project Location: | On FSU Main Campus |
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? | |
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): | In-person |
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? | 10 |
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? | Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.) |
Overall Research Project Description | This project is part of a larger lab project "Assessing Risk and Conducting Public Outreach to Reduce Vessel Strikes on Sea Turtles along Florida's Gulf Coast". This multi-stage project will obtain information on the distribution of sea turtles and vessels in areas previously identified as hotspots of vessel strike mortality of sea turtles and assess the willingness of local communities to change their behavior to reduce the risk of watercraft-related mortality of sea turtles. We are seeking student for assistance with analysis of drone footage of transects |
Research Tasks | Data analysis Watching and analyzing videos Potential for assistance in field work |
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: | Attention to detail (required) Willingness to learn (required) Microsoft Excel (required) Statistical Analysis (recommended) |
Mentoring Philosophy | As a mentor, I value your autonomy and encourage you to develop your own research questions. Together, we will create an environment where you can freely express ideas and challenge existing knowledge. I will actively involve you in practical experiences, from experimental design, and field work if your schedule permits to data analysis, to enhance your learning and problem-solving skills. I want you to be an active participant in shaping your research path. I am committed to providing a supportive, inclusive environment where open communication and mutual respect thrive. My role is to facilitate your personal and professional growth, nurturing your curiosity and helping you become a confident, independent researcher. As your mentor, I am committed to providing you with a supportive and inclusive environment. I value open communication and mutual respect. I am here to listen to your thoughts, concerns, and aspirations, and to offer guidance when needed. My role is not only to impart knowledge but also to facilitate your personal and professional growth. I want to help you become a confident, independent researcher who is capable of making meaningful contributions to conservation biology. |
Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable): | https://marineturtleresearch.com/ or juliasaltzmanscience.com |
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Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication | Yes |
UROP Performance Evaluation | Yes |
Materials Grant | Yes |
UROP Poster Presentation | Yes |
Faculty Advisor Confirmation | |
Are you interested in attending in a UROP Research Mentor Workshop Series? | Yes |
Year | 2023 |
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