Emma Rudy Srebnik
Research Assistant for Bruno Lab (Marine Ecology and Conservation) at UNC Biology Department- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Japanese Limited working proficiency
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Chinese Limited working proficiency
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Hebrew Elementary proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Computer Nitrox Diver
SDI TDI ERDIOct, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Advanced Adventure Diver
SDI TDI ERDIMar, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Open Water Diver
PADIAug, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
GUE Fundamentals, Recreational Pass
Global Underwater ExplorersJun, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Certificate of Completion of Ordinary Lifesaving Course I (普通救命講習修了証 I)
Yokohama City Fire DepartmentNov, 2019- Sep, 2024
Experience
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UNC Biology Department
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant for Bruno Lab (Marine Ecology and Conservation)
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Jan 2022 - Present
Spring 2022: Performed DNA sequencing and PCR on stomach contents of sharks in North Carolina. Compared findings with visual identification results. Results will be incorporated into two papers. Summer 2022: Awarded SURF Grant to conduct research on juvenile shark diets in the Galapagos with the lab. Spring 2022: Performed DNA sequencing and PCR on stomach contents of sharks in North Carolina. Compared findings with visual identification results. Results will be incorporated into two papers. Summer 2022: Awarded SURF Grant to conduct research on juvenile shark diets in the Galapagos with the lab.
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UNC Department of City and Regional Planning
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant for Sunny Day Flooding Project
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Nov 2021 - Present
Improve science communication and outreach for the research project via photo/video organization, social media, and website development. Deploy sensors in the field to help monitor sunny day flooding in coastal communities. Analyze data from sensors to help predict future trends. Goal of the project is to understand the causes and impacts of chronic flooding across coastal North Carolina. Co-author on paper titled “Eyes in the drain: a sensor framework that captures multiple drivers of chronic floods” which is currently being submitted to a peer-reviewed academic journal.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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Aug 2021 - Present
Analyzed sea turtle nest data across the state of North Carolina from 1996 until 2020. Looked at relocation rates of nests to inform North Carolina nest management protocols. Used multiple statistical tests and programs to determine factors influencing relocated nests and relative hatch success rates. Volunteered with Atlantic Beach Sea Turtle Program to nest sit and complete nest excavations. Mentor: Dr. Matthew Godfrey, Sea Turtle Biologist for NC Wildlife Resources Commission
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Research Assistant
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Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
Collaborated with the National Park Service to research the development and ecological impacts of ponds on North Core Banks created during Hurricane Dorian. Conducted fieldwork utilizing YSI, Russian Peat Coring, and water sampling techniques. Analyzed cores using the “loss on ignition” method to estimate relative organic carbon biomass. Examined the water samples for vibrios using Pall Petri dishes with Chrom-Agar Vibrio and MCE Millipore filters. Performed nutrient incubations and analysis using a fluorometer.Mentors: Dr. Nathan Hall, Dr. Tony Rodriguez, and Dr. Janet Nye
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Self-employed
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Tutor for Grades 3-12
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Aug 2018 - Present
Consistently tutor multiple IB subjects, along with math and English for elementary students. 100% of student’s test scores have increased, but more importantly, their confidence has grown. Tutoring has also allowed me to improve my creative thinking when personalizing my teaching style to match individual students; patience for explanations; and business management skills including communication with students and parents. I love tutoring because it allows me to help students understand challenging concepts and achieve the “aha” moment.
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Residence Hall Association at UNC Chapel Hill
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member of Sustainability Board
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Sep 2020 - Present
Create programs and educational resources focused on waste reduction and composting. Create programs and educational resources focused on waste reduction and composting.
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Rings & Things
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United States
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Retail Art Supplies
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder of Rings & Things
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Dec 2017 - Present
Created my own handmade jewelry business: Rings & Things. In Nashville, focused on custom orders and Temple fundraisers. In Japan, my school had a Design Store Club allowing me to expand my line and sell at school events. I was the top seller at all sales. 30% of profits are donated to environmental and social service charities. Having my own business has improved my planning and communication skills for both designing and selling products. Created my own handmade jewelry business: Rings & Things. In Nashville, focused on custom orders and Temple fundraisers. In Japan, my school had a Design Store Club allowing me to expand my line and sell at school events. I was the top seller at all sales. 30% of profits are donated to environmental and social service charities. Having my own business has improved my planning and communication skills for both designing and selling products.
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Scuba Diving Guide
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Jun 2020 - Jul 2021
Independently lead divers and help them improve their skills while keeping safety a focus. To become a dive guide, I completed additional scuba diving and CPR certifications. Also, this past summer I led a conservation initiative adding a new data collection site in Usami, Japan. When I’m not guiding a group of divers, you can find me with a camera documenting Usami or videoing divers for assessment of their skills. Independently lead divers and help them improve their skills while keeping safety a focus. To become a dive guide, I completed additional scuba diving and CPR certifications. Also, this past summer I led a conservation initiative adding a new data collection site in Usami, Japan. When I’m not guiding a group of divers, you can find me with a camera documenting Usami or videoing divers for assessment of their skills.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Carolina Away Student Advisory Committee
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Sep 2020 - Jun 2021
Selected for this position, I work with a small group of remote students proposing ideas for improving Carolina Away, both academically and socially. Through meetings with Dean Rudi Colloredo-Mansfeld, we improved the remote registration process by adding instruction modes and class features to help students understand any time zone impact on their schedule. As a US citizen living abroad, I fall into a unique category allowing me to advocate for this group. Selected for this position, I work with a small group of remote students proposing ideas for improving Carolina Away, both academically and socially. Through meetings with Dean Rudi Colloredo-Mansfeld, we improved the remote registration process by adding instruction modes and class features to help students understand any time zone impact on their schedule. As a US citizen living abroad, I fall into a unique category allowing me to advocate for this group.
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Education
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2020 - 2024
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Science - BS, Environmental Science, Minor: Marine Sciences -
2018 - 2020
Yokohama International School
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, HL Math, Biology, Geography & SL Environmental Systems and Societies, English, and Japanese -
2012 - 2018
Harpeth Hall School
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