Curriculum Vitae
I am an evolutionary biologist investigating how the natural environment shapes animal behavior and adaptation. As a PhD student in Prof. Meg Crofoot’s lab at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior and the University of Konstanz, I focus on the sleep ecology of baboons. My research explores how ecological, social, and physiological factors influence sleep patterns in the wild. By using GPS collars and accelerometers, I track baboon movement and activity to understand how primates optimize sleep in dynamic environments. Through an integrative approach that combines behavioral ecology, sleep biology, and environmental science, I aim to uncover the adaptive role of sleep in shaping survival strategies.