Dr. Monika Mendelova
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Experience
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Afonydd Cymru
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Nov 2022 - Present
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Founder and Owner
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May 2020 - Present
Founded a brand of dog accessories based on principles of circular economy with the aim of reducing waste from the outdoor industry. Founded a brand of dog accessories based on principles of circular economy with the aim of reducing waste from the outdoor industry.
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The University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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PhD in Geomorphology, Glaciology and Climate Change
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Sep 2015 - Apr 2020
Investigated glacier, landscape and climate change in Patagonia using a combination of geomorphological mapping and geochronology development. Managed a research project, juggled desktop research, extensive laboratory work and field work. Planned two field expeditions to a remote part of the Andes. Coordinated with national authorities in Argentina and UK research facilities to deliver work. Developed successful grant application and managed a research budget. Gained experience in communicating research findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences. Show less
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Tutor and demonstrator
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Oct 2015 - Aug 2019
I taught on a number of Geography undergraduate courses, including Geomorphology, Physical Geography and GIS. Led tutorials, provided guidance and formative feedback. Also co-organised field courses to Iceland, where I took an active role in logistical planning, designing student projects, supervision and overseeing safety in a challenging environment.
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University of Cambridge
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United Kingdom
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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Jan 2019 - Mar 2019
As a Research Assistant on Antarctic Snow Algae project I was involved with project and logistical planning for remote fieldwork in King George Island, Antarctica. I assisted with ground validation of satellite imagery (field spectroscopy), biological sampling, collection and processing of multi-spectral imagery (MicaSense, Rededge). As a Research Assistant on Antarctic Snow Algae project I was involved with project and logistical planning for remote fieldwork in King George Island, Antarctica. I assisted with ground validation of satellite imagery (field spectroscopy), biological sampling, collection and processing of multi-spectral imagery (MicaSense, Rededge).
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Scottish Environment Protection Agency
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United Kingdom
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Environmental Services
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400 - 500 Employee
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Innovation intern
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Feb 2018 - May 2018
Developed a strategic report on sustainable finance and briefing for a high-level meeting. Advised on a funding proposal and internal reports. Developed a strategic report on sustainable finance and briefing for a high-level meeting. Advised on a funding proposal and internal reports.
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Education
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The University of Edinburgh
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Atmospheric and Environmental Science -
The University of Sheffield
Master's degree, Polar and Alpine Change -
The University Centre in Svalbard
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University of Aberdeen
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Bilingual English Slovak Grammar School, Sucany, Slovakia