Alex Rose holds a B.S. in Biology, a M.S. in Aquatic Biology, and has a wide variety of experience in the biological sciences including, but not limited to, bioacoustics research, exhibit construction, science writing, teaching, public presentation, and aquatic animal husbandry and breeding. Alex is also a professional violinist, photographer, PADI Divemaster, and lover of all things aquatic. Her driving goal is to find ways to protect our world’s precious marine habitats through diving, writing, education, and research.

Alex’s role on the expedition will be multi-faceted. She will be acting as a photojournalist both on land and underwater, and will use her violin to capture the essence of the voyage through her music in collaboration with composer Eric Bettens.