https://oceanexpert.org/expert/anelee888@gmail.com

Honours (Microbiology and Biotechnology)

Research

Biological Oceanography, Marine Ecology

EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN (2024-2024)
Ocean and Atmosphere Dynamics (SEA3004):
• Quantitative approach to ocean/atmosphere dynamics, theories of circulation and the development of ocean and atmospheric weather systems, coupled ocean/atmosphere processes, interactions and feedbacks with the carbon cycle in the earth system, and climate change.
• Methods of analysis of both observations and model data 

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN (2023-2023)
Marine Systems (SEA2005):
• introduction to the major marine biogeochemical cycles, seawater carbonate chemistry, phytoplankton-nutrient interactions and growth kinetics, surface ocean-lower atmosphere interactions, and Earth system dynamics.
• Methods of data sampling and analysis, and computation of biogeochemical pools, rates, and feedback 

UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG (2022 – 2022)
Bachelor of Science(Hons) in Biological Sciences Majors:
• Microbiology and Biotechnology
Research Project: Extremophilic nature of Naganishia species isolated from South Africa

UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG (2018 – 2021) Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences Majors:  
• Molecular and Cell Biology Physiology 

EMPLOYMENT
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-Southern Ocean- Climate Observatory (SOCCO) (2023-2024)
Masters-Internship-Studentship

Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Conducted literature reviews in oceanography and marine biology
• Formulated detailed research proposals
• Attended lectures to augment my knowledge of oceanography
• Attended lessons for programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, and CHPC.
• Conducted oral presentation for my research proposal

UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, SCHOOL OF MOLECULAR AND CELL BIOLOGY (Feb 2022 – July 2022)
Teaching Assistant/Laboratory Demonstrator 

Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Helped undergraduate students understand and carry out different laboratory practicals
• Marked assignments and laboratory test scripts
• Explained and demonstrated laboratory techniques to students
• Provided academic support 
• Prepared tutorial discussion materials • Ensured workplace health and safety guidelines are met by students  


Summary
I completed my BSc in Biological Sciences and BSc (Hons) in Microbiology and Biotechnology at the University of the Witwatersrand, where I became and tutor and Teaching assistant I am doing my MSc in Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences in the Department of Oceanography at the University of Cape Town (UCT). I also completed short undergraduate courses at UCT namely: Marine Systems (SEA2005) and Ocean and Atmosphere Dynamics (SEA3004) to assist me in gaining background knowledge in oceanography, in addition to the internship I did at Southern Ocean Climate-Observatory (SOCCO) at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). My research focuses on investigating the uncertainties associated with biogeochemical model complexity in the Southern Ocean, specifically, the sub-Antarctic zone (SAZ). We are comparing two PISCES biogeochemical models: the Quota and Standard versions, which differ in complexity and ascertain the uncertainties that arise when these models are used to simulate ocean processes like nutrient cycling, and carbon dynamics in the SAZ. 

Southern Ocean

• Experience in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, Linux,  and CHPC.
• Strong research skills, writing scientific reports, journal articles, research projects/theses, and literature review
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy (MS Office skills, including Excel and Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook, internet and e-mail)
• Ability to self-organize, work independently and in a team
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, pressurized, and competitive environment 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Excellent practical laboratory skills: Good plating and sterile sampling techniques, PCR, qPCR, DNA extraction, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, Sanger Sequencing and Next Generation Sequencing, Biochemical tests, Microbial cell culture and identification, Agar media preparation, Microscopy and Spectroscopy, weighing and staining.
• Have the ability to pay attention to details with high accuracy 
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong leadership skills  

English

When I obtained my Honours Degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, I developed a strong passion for research. Although I started without a background in oceanography, I quickly adapted despite the challenges, and I am committed to excelling in this field. My interest in oceanography stems from the ocean's vital role in shaping Earth’s climate and ecosystems.