Current undergraduate researchers

2025-2026

Melissa Aguayo

Undergraduate researcher

I am an undergraduate student majoring in molecular environmental biology and mathematics. I am interested in using mathematical and computational tools to study plant population dynamics, plant–ecosystem interactions, and resilience in order to support conservation efforts.

Wendy Feng

Undergraduate researcher

Cameron Finch

Undergraduate researcher

I am an undergraduate student studying Molecular Environmental Biology and Data Science, focused on understanding plant community response to environmental stress using data as a backbone. My current research focuses on plant-composition focused soil desalination using machine learning to identify candidate species.

Grace Fung

Undergraduate researcher

I am an undergraduate student studying environmental science with a consideration of majoring in astrophysics. As an incoming research assistant at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory this summer, I am interested in gaining knowledge of R software, building my scientific writing skills, and leveraging a hands-on approach to study alpine plant ecology. I am especially curious about the possibility of life in the universe, and seek to study astrobiology in the future.

Nathan Johnson

Undergraduate researcher

I am an undergraduate geography major with a minor in forestry at UC Berkeley. I am a transfer student from Sacramento interested in working outside. I believe there is great value in studying and understanding natural processes so we might preserve and protect our planet from a rapidly changing climate. In my free time, you’ll find me bird watching, eating with friends, or playing a board game.

Hector Alexandro Madrigal

Undergraduate researcher

I am a second year Ecosystem Management and Forestry Major at UC Berkeley. Born and raised in Fresno California, I aim to enter a career in ecosystem consulting, conservation, or restoration. My goal is to incorporate my personal interest in design and the arts with my passion for nature. In my free time, you might find me browsing record stores, drinking terrible coffee, or having second thoughts.