About me

I’m an environmental scientist specializing in water resource management, with expertise in geospatial analysis, data visualization, and scientific monitoring. I am currently a Biologist at Cabrillo National Monument, where I leverage my skills in GIS, R programming, and creative science communication to lead multiple natural resource monitoring programs. My experience ranges from analyzing water footprints of electric car batteries to designing fog monitoring systems in drought-prone climates.

With a Master’s in Environmental Management from Duke University and a background in wetland restoration and conservation, I’m passionate about addressing water resource challenges through innovative, data-driven approaches.

Career focus

• Water footprint analysis and sustainability
• Monitoring program design and implementation
• Geospatial analysis of water resources
• Climate resilience and adaptation strategies

Toolkit

• R and R Shiny Data analysis
• Python Data analysis
• Microsoft Excel Data analysis
• ArcGIS Pro Geospatial
• ArcGIS Online Dashboards Geospatial
• ModelBuilder Geospatial
• Survey123 Field data collection
• GitHub and Markdown Publishing

Scientific skills

• Environmental monitoring
• Field data collection
• Water quality analysis
• Ecological assessment
• Scientific writing and data visualization
• Bilingual in English and Japanese

Education

Contact

• tarokatayama1@gmail.com
• LinkedIn
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