Meet the Scientist Series: Annie Carew

Hey all, my name is Annie Carew. I'm a science communicator at UMCES Integration and Application Network. Before I came to IAN, I was a graduate student at UMCES Appalachian Laboratory studying aquatic grass restoration and genetic diversity. I have loved the natural world my whole life; my journey into science began with observing the cardinals nesting off my parents' back porch and making notes in a field journal. I'm also a voracious reader, and my favorite books express a similar love and respect for nature. I've learned to merge those two passions into one with science communication. I wrote articles for my college newspaper that summarized current scientific research. As a graduate student, I received formal science communication training from IAN staff and felt that I'd found my calling. Our work is data-driven and solution-oriented, and I believe that this is the future of science. Developing creative solutions to social and environmental challenges will require creativity and collaboration. I am constantly bolstered by the passion and determination I encounter from my coworkers and project partners. Outside of work, I am a birder, traveler, and ecofiction writer.

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