Coral Reef Monitoring & Assessment

Samantha Simpson

Samantha Simpson

Staff Biologist

Samantha is a Staff Biologist at Mote's Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration on Summerland Key, FL. She began working for Mote in November of 2019. Her background in scientific diving and citizen science programs make her a valuable team member contributing to ongoing projects involving coral reef research, restoration, monitoring, as well as assisting with citizen science programs and community outreach.

Education

B.S. in Marine Science, University of Florida, 2018

Coral reefs provide more than $2.7 trillion in services to economies worldwide—but we're losing these important ecosystems quickly. Mote scientists are spearheading coral reef restoration using cutting-edge science.