Jake Kuenzli, Elle Pestorius, Olivia Suarez: College of Charleston’s REU | Algae Algae Everywhere! (And Sponges Too) | Episode 41

In our first episode from the 2021 batch of REU students we talk with Jake, Elle, and Olivia! From investigating the interactions between native and invasive algae, to studying the bacterial colonies associated with algae, and even looking at the ways in which sea sponges may influence cloud formation this is a power packed episode!

Not only are these undergrads pushing the boundaries of scientific understanding in their topics, they're practicing valuable skills in science communication that they'll need for the rest of their careers as researchers! Communicating science to other researchers is one thing, but helping the public understand why their research matters is a different skill set entirely.

Want to read more about their work this summer? Check out the College of Charleston REU Blog: https://blogreu.wordpress.com