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A coral reef biologist, Dr. Mendes has conducted several studies on the coral reef systems around the island. Her research has ranged from coral density banding in Montastraea annularis to the biological effects of bleaching events. Currently she is investigating coral reef restoration and the protection of coastal habitats.


Courses
  • BL10L - Animal Diversity
  • BL20L - Diving Technology for Aquatic Scientists
  • BL31G - Coral Reef Ecology
  • BL60E - Research Methods
  • BL63D - Coral Reef System

Research Areas
  • Coral Reef Biology

Research Projects
  • Restoration of coral reefs in Jamaica, West Indies; Practicing novel measures for reef management. PIs: B Rinkevch (Institute of Oceanography Haifa, Israel), D Webber, J Mendes. USAID funded.
  • St Thomas coastal habitat protection project: Assessment of the Morant Wetland. PIs: D Webber, M Webber, J Mendes, K Aiken. EFJ funded.
  • The effect of zooxanthellal clade on density banding patterns in Montastraea annularis. UWI funded.
  • The prevalence of coral diseases in Jamaica. UWI funded.

Memberships
  • Caribbean Academy of Science
  • International Society for Reef Studies
  • Jamaica National History Society
  • University Sub-Aqua Club (Founding member)
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