Alison is a third-year PhD candidate in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology. Her research focuses on ecological theory and how modeling can be used to more effectively predict and address threats to different ecosystems, particularly with respect to changing temperature regimes and extinction risks. She holds a BA in Environmental Studies and Mathematics from Williams College and works as a freelance writer in science communication. Alison particularly enjoys helping others frame their ideas in engaging ways and clarify their writing style to most effectively get their messages across.