Kristopher Carrigan
About Kristopher Carrigan
Kristopher Carrigan is the Head Marine Biologist at COMO Hotels and Resorts, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in coral propagation, reef restoration, and marine research, and has an extensive academic background in marine biology and ecology.
Work at COMO Hotels and Resorts
Kristopher Carrigan has served as the Head Marine Biologist at COMO Hotels and Resorts since 2019. He is based at COMO Maalifushi, located in Thaa Atoll, Maldives. In this role, he manages and innovates the resort's coral propagation and reef restoration program. His responsibilities include coordinating marine research and educational programs throughout Thaa Atoll, providing environmental consultancy for the resort, and training graduate interns on reef surveying methodologies and guest education.
Education and Expertise
Kristopher Carrigan has an extensive educational background in marine biology and related fields. He studied Marine Biology and Geography at the University of Adelaide, where he completed an academic study abroad placement from 2014 to 2015. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Marine and Freshwater Biology from the University of Glasgow, followed by a Master of Research in Ecology and Environmental Biology from the same institution. Additionally, he studied Applied Science at the University of the Highlands and Islands, achieving a Higher National Certificate.
Background
Before his current position, Kristopher Carrigan held various roles in academic research. He worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Adelaide for three months in 2014 and as a Laboratory Assistant for three months in 2015. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Glasgow from 2017 to 2018 and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2015 to 2016. His early career included a position as a Sales Assistant at Trespass in Glasgow from 2011 to 2014.
Research Focus and Initiatives
Kristopher Carrigan specializes in the study of migratory behavior of whale sharks and population data on sea turtles. He focuses on the response of benthic and sessile organisms to anthropogenic influences. His work includes collecting and analyzing field data on benthic community composition and reef fish population dynamics, as well as conducting benthic community surveying and coral reef management.