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Rachel Joy Harris is an accomplished environmental scientist and educator with extensive experience in marine and ecological research. Currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at The College of the Florida Keys and an Associate Researcher at Florida Fish and Wildlife, Rachel focuses on investigating Florida Bay benthic habitats and stressors affecting sponge restoration ecology. Additional roles include Affiliate Instructor of Environmental Studies at Florida Atlantic University and Senior Scientist at the Loxahatchee River Environmental Control District, where monitoring of water quality and marine habitats is conducted. With a robust academic background, including a Ph.D. from The University of Waikato, Rachel has contributed to various research projects and initiatives throughout their career, emphasizing the importance of ecological sustainability and habitat restoration.