Marine biologist recognized as “rising star”

Dr. Julia Baum (biology) is among 126 recipients of the 2012 Sloan Fellowships, announced in February by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The annual award honours early-career scientists and scholars whose potential and achievements identify them as rising stars. This is the first year the Sloan Award has included ocean sciences. Baum’s research explores the impact of fishing on the life of predatory species, such as sharks. More: http://bit.ly/xoXeDE