Kelsey Shaler is an experienced researcher specializing in mechanical engineering, with a focus on offshore wind energy. Currently serving as an Offshore Wind Researcher at Shell since August 2022, Kelsey previously held positions at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, where responsibilities included developing models for turbine optimization and enhancing computational tools. Academic credentials include a PhD and MS in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University, complemented by a BS in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics from the University of Maine. Kelsey’s research background encompasses various roles, including significant contributions to turbulence modeling, structural solver schemes, and performance analysis in initiatives with organizations such as NASA and the Army Research Lab.