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Vic (they/them) is focused on Marine biology, Ecotoxicology, Algaculture.
With over five years of professional experience in marine biology and research, Vic contributes to the advancement of marine science as an Ecotoxicology Research Technician at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.
Previously, they worked as a Marine Biologist II at Battelle Memorial Institute, where they managed the aquaculture lab, developed standard operating procedures, designed and executed algae experiments, and served as a subject matter expert for National Guard Bureau courses.
Vic’s expertise and passion lies in marine biology, ecotoxicology, and research and development (R&D), focusing on innovative solutions for aquatic conservation and ecological sustainability. Their career is driven by a commitment to fostering sustainable practices and advancing marine science through applied research and collaborative efforts.
Education:
M.S. in Marine Bioscience, University of Delaware
B.S. in Zoology (minor in Microbiology), Ohio State University
Additional Publications
Simons, V. E., Targett, T. E., Gaffney, P. M., & Coyne, K. J. (2025). Bacteria-Produced Algicide for Field Control of Toxic Dinoflagellates Does Not Cause a Cortisol Stress Response in Two Estuarine Fish Species. Marine Biotechnology, 27(1), 29. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10126-024-10383-z
Simons, V. E., Coyne, K. J., Warner, M. E., Dolan, M. M., & Cohen, J. H. (2021). Effects of a bacteria-produced algicide on non-target marine invertebrate species. Scientific Reports, 11(1), 583. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-79814-w
Golnick, P. C., Chaffin, J. D., Bridgeman, T. B., Zellner, B. C., & Simons, V. E. (2016). A comparison of water sampling and analytical methods in western Lake Erie. Journal of Great Lakes Research, 42(5), 965–971. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jglr.2016.07.031
U.S. Patent #US20250107523A1 / International Patent #WO2025072739A1; Triggering diatom programmed cell death by stimulating infochemical signaling systems.
European Patent #EP4547685A1 / International Patent #WO2024006793A1; Nematocysts as natural microinjectors.
FY24 Achievement Award – Collaboration Award (Battelle Memorial Institute)
Outstanding Performance Award (Battelle Memorial Institute)
Biological Sciences Scholars Advisory Board – Academic Chair (The Ohio State University)
National Merit Finalist
Achievement Award in Writing (National Council of Teachers of English)
ZooAide Lifetime Achievement Award (Columbus Zoo and Aquarium)