About
Gillian Phillips studied Pathobiology and Animal Science at the University of Connecticut, then pursued a Masters of Public Health studying parasite vectors from Georgia State University. Her previous AZA-accredited institution experience include Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo and Zoo Atlanta. She also currently works as a biological science technician and deckhand at the NOAA Milford Aquaculture Laboratory in Milford, CT, identifying the use of oyster aquaculture gear as fish habitat in Long Island Sound. This project aims to inform regulators of aquaculture in their Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) consultations during new leasing of aquaculture grounds as well as increasing public awareness about the effects of aquaculture
Joined
December 2018
