Lesley Figueroa
Bren PhD student
Office: Bren Hall 4330
Email: lesleyfigueroa@ucsb.edu
Lesley’s research interests revolve around marine ecology, conservation, and resilience. Particularly, her research focuses on expanding and improving marine protected areas to promote biodiversity and resilience against anthropogenic changes with an emphasis on endangered species. In addition to her research, Lesley is deeply committed to promoting inclusivity within the marine science field and hopes to motivate underrepresented students to embark on their scientific path. During her free time, she is found baking desserts, crocheting projects, or walking by the beach.