Lab Members

Dr. Barbara Quimby

Lab Lead/Principle Investigator

Dr. Quimby is a marine social scientist currently conducting research on O 'ahu and collaborating on research development with partners across the Pacific region.

Sean Hamel

GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Finn Griffiths, B.A. Marine Affairs Fall '26

Finn Griffiths is a Marine Affairs student at Hawai‘i Pacific University with a strong interest in marine conservation, coastal ecosystems, and environmental education. Through his work with Mālama Pūpūkea-Waimea, Finn contributes to coral reef monitoring and conservation efforts within the Pūpūkea-Waimea Marine Life Conservation District. He has experience using CoralNet to analyze reef survey imagery and identify benthic organisms, gaining hands-on experience in ecological data collection and coral reef monitoring. Finn also assists with community work days and field projects, including temperature logger reconnaissance, marine surveys, and coastal restoration. He hopes to pursue a career combining marine conservation, environmental education, and outdoor exploration. Finn will start a Master's program at University of Queensland in 2027.

Olivia Eagle, B.A. Marine Affairs Fall '26

Hello! My name is Olivia Eagle, and I am in my fourth year as a Marine Affairs student with a minor in Sustainability at Hawai’i Pacific University. I am originally from Gig Harbor, Washington, where I spent my childhood around the ocean. This connection inspired me to pursue a career protecting our oceans. I am passionate about using marine law and policy to preserve marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that depend on them. In the future, I hope to work with government agencies or international organizations that work towards sustainable marine resource management, species protection, and stronger environmental regulations.