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Analiese is a first-year M.S. student in the Department of Environmental Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research focuses on metal concentrations and bioaccumulation in benthic macroinvertebrates in high-elevation ecosystems impacted by acid rock and mine drainage. She is particularly interested in the differences between geogenic and anthropogenic sources of contamination in alpine watersheds. Specifically, her study sites are located near Aspen, Colorado, where the convergence of legacy mining and natural mineralization influences stream chemistry.

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Before beginning her graduate studies, Analiese earned her B.A. in Sustainability from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she conducted undergraduate research on microplastics in darter fish species and gained experience in conservation, restoration, and community outreach. She is passionate about connecting field-based science with accessible water quality monitoring and community engagement in mining-impacted mountain watersheds. Analiese loves learning through hands-on experiences, rarely passing up an opportunity to get outside and explore. Outside of her studies, she enjoys hiking, camping, and exploring Colorado's mountain landscapes. She is passionate about live music, traveling, and finding ways to stay connected to nature and community.Ìý

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