Dr Jennifer Brandon is a marine biologist and an expert in marine microplastics. She holds a PhD in Biological Oceanography from Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego. Her research focuses on the temporal and spatial analysis of marine microplastics, developing techniques to identify and quantify them in various environments. Notably, her groundbreaking study on the exponential increase of microplastics in marine sediment garnered global press attention and recognition. Dr Brandon’s expertise has led to numerous interviews with prominent media outlets such as NPR, The New Yorker, and the BBC. She has also served as a Price Postdoctoral Fellow in Science Communication at Birch Aquarium and has delivered hundreds of lectures, including as a National Academy of Sciences speaker. Additionally, Dr Brandon has provided valuable insights on marine debris and waste management to various companies and governments worldwide.
Jennifer Brandon
Marine Biologist; Science Consultant
Applied Ocean Sciences
