Daniel Ciarletta, PhD,
Research Physical Scientist, U.S. Geological Survey, St. Petersburg, FL

Have you ever wondered about the origins of Lake Maggiore which is adjacent to Boyd Hill Nature Preserve? Come and find out as our speaker reveals his findings from core sediments that were collected and ground penetrating radar. You’re sure to leave with a greater understanding of the lake and its dynamic processes in terms of the plant and animal life that it supports.

Speaker Bio:

Daniel Ciarletta is a Research Physical Scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey in St. Petersburg at the Coastal and Marine Science Center. He investigates the evolution of coastal morphology to understand how beach, dune, and marsh landscapes are connected over different timescales. He earned his PhD in Environmental Science and Management at Montclair State University in 2019.