NOAA-EPP LMRCSC Graduate Fellow
M.S., Marine-Estuarine-Environmental Sciences
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Kayla Adams is currently studying for an M.S. degree from the University of Maryland Eastern shore, where they graduated with a B.S. in biology in May 2025. Kayla has participated in both the LSAMP and REU summer internship programs, working with mentor Dr. Ali Ishaque. Kayla’s research focused on the Accumulation of Microplastics in Bivalves from Maryland Coastal Bays.
Research Theme: Healthy Habitats
NOAA LMRCSC Fellows attain the NOAA Core Competencies detailed in this rubric.
NERTO Project Title: TBA
NOAA Mentor: TBA
Academic Advisor: Dr. Ali B. Ishaque
Publications: TBA

NOAA Living Marine Resources Cooperative Science Center
University of Maryland Eastern Shore (Lead Institution)
(410) 651-7870
Award numbers: FY 2021 Award #NA21SEC4810005
Funding Agency: NOAA Educational Partnership Program (EPP/MSI)

