Summary
Ana Kuile is an Assistant Research Professor and ecologist who blends rigorous quantitative research with compelling science communication to connect diverse and underserved audiences to the natural world. With a decade of experience leading projects from grant writing through data collection, analysis (R, Python, bioinformatics pipelines) and visualization, she translates complex long-term ecological data into clear stories and actionable insights. Her work spans field and lab experimental design, program assessment, curriculum development, and mentoring, and she pairs technical fluency (QGIS, GitHub, cloud computing) with design skills (Adobe, watercolor) to craft memorable visuals. Raised on a family farm, she brings a practical, place-based perspective to conservation science and prioritizes inclusive outreach and stakeholder engagement.
10 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Ecology, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Ecology at UC Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Science - BS, Earth Systems - Biosphere Track, Bachelor of Science - BS, Earth Systems - Biosphere Track at Stanford University