Staff

Sisanda Mayekiso

Junior Marine Scientist, Cape Research Centre

Location: Office 9, Cape Research Centre, Tokai

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: +27 (0)21 713 7506

Introduction

The junior marine scientist reports to the marine scientist. Their role at the CRC is to conduct marine biodiversity monitoring and research, write up findings, represent SANParks in working groups and committees, carry out administrative requirements, collaborate with other researchers, conduct education and awareness-raising through publications, conferences, and science communication, translate science to inform the management of marine protected areas, contribute to data management according to protocols and contribute to state of knowledge reports.

Education

• MSc in Ichthyology, 2015, Rhodes University
• BSc Honours in Zoology, 2010, University of Fort Hare
• BSc in Zoology and Biochemistry, 2009, University of Fort Hare

Research Focus and Interest

• Marine Protected Areas
• Marine biodiversity surveys and monitoring
• Baited remote underwater videos systems (BRUVs)

Publications