Tyler Clavelle
About Tyler Clavelle
Tyler Clavelle is a Senior Data Scientist at Global Fishing Watch, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in biology and economics, holding a B.A. from Bucknell University and a Master of Environmental Science and Management from Bren School, and has contributed to significant research in ecological data science.
Work at Global Fishing Watch
Tyler Clavelle has been serving as a Senior Data Scientist at Global Fishing Watch since 2022. In this role, he focuses on utilizing data science to support environmental initiatives. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Data Scientist at the same organization from 2019 to 2022. His contributions during this time included research on fishing vessel behavior and ecological impacts, leveraging his expertise in data analysis to inform conservation strategies.
Education and Expertise
Tyler Clavelle holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Biology and Economics from Bucknell University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Environmental Science and Management with a focus on Coastal Marine Resources Management from the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, completing his studies from 2012 to 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in data science, particularly in environmental contexts.
Background
Tyler Clavelle is based in Burlington, Vermont, where he contributes to various environmental data science initiatives. His professional journey includes diverse roles, such as Information Systems Assistant at Engelberth Construction, Inc. in 2012 and Volunteer Research Assistant at the Bimini Biological Field Station Foundation in 2010. He also served as Assistant Lab Manager at BBFS from 2010 to 2011, gaining valuable experience in research and data management.
Research Contributions
Tyler Clavelle has been involved in significant research projects that integrate data science with ecological studies. He has worked on projects that improve behavioral classification for wandering albatrosses using GPS data. Additionally, he co-authored a study identifying hot spots of unseen fishing vessels and contributed to research examining the associations between wandering albatrosses and fisheries in the southwest Atlantic Ocean. His research aims to address ecological and social challenges through data.