Jessica Henkel
About Jessica Henkel
Jessica Henkel is the Deputy Director to the Chief Scientist and Director of the RESTORE Act Center of Excellence for Louisiana, where she oversees significant environmental research initiatives.
Jessica Henkel Deputy Director to Chief Scientist
Jessica Henkel serves as the Deputy Director to the Chief Scientist at the Institute. Her role involves assisting with the operational and strategic responsibilities of the office. As part of her duties, Jessica helps coordinate various scientific projects and initiatives within the Institute, contributing to research advancements and facilitating collaboration among diverse teams of experts.
Director of the RESTORE Act Center of Excellence for Louisiana
Jessica Henkel is also the Director of the RESTORE Act Center of Excellence for Louisiana (LA-COE). In this capacity, she oversees the Center's efforts to support research and technology advancements aimed at restoring and protecting Louisiana's coastal and marine ecosystems. Under her leadership, the LA-COE funds and coordinates projects that focus on improving environmental resilience and sustainability in the region.
Jessica Henkel's Involvement in the 'On Our Watch' Episode
Jessica Henkel was featured in a new episode of 'On Our Watch,' where she discussed her work at the Institute. During the episode, she highlighted the significance of the Avian Data Monitoring Portal release, a key project aimed at improving the collection and analysis of avian data. Her commentary provided insights into the ongoing efforts and initiatives being implemented to advance scientific research and environmental monitoring.