Dallin Brimley

Marine Corps Veteran and professionally trained biological technician and laboratory expert, skilled in multiple facets of marine and population biology sampling, molecular diagnostics, environmental science, and medical laboratory testing with 11+ years of professional work experience.

I have a comprehensive understanding of At-Sea population monitoring, species composition, sample design, and genetic sampling. Multiple years of experience working in both wetlab and diagnostic lab settings. Familiar with CAP, OSHA and FDA guidelines. 3+years of medical industry expertise, and extensive knowledge of the Alaskan groundfish fisheries. Highly motivated graduate with a degree in Environmental Science and currently pursuing a graduate degree in Conservation Biology. I have a strong research interest in AIS, Environmental Compliance, and Conservation.

Extensive experience working on high complexity tests in CAP and CLIA accredited laboratories. I am exceptionally familiar with both PCR and ELISA from years of analyzing COVID-19 tests using RT-PCR, as well as molecular diagnostics in pre-cancer screenings.

Prior career experiences include the Marine Corps, Exact Sciences Laboratories, and National Marine Fisheries Service. My career objectives are to preserve and protect the environment for future generations, while managing the needs of citizens across the globe.

DNA barcoding reveals a new morphotype of the sugar kelp, Saccharina latissima

https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1104&context=thinking_matters

March 2017

Phytoplankton blooms follow predictable annual cycles in the Gulf of Maine, characterized by a large spring bloom and a smaller bloom in the fall. Marine phytoplankton form the foundation of primary production in Gulf of Maine waters, and thus community changes in composition, and abundance could have cascading effects on our coastal ecosystems. We set out to monitor the community composition, diversity, and abundance of the spring microphytoplankton bloom, at a Friends of Casco Bay water quality monitoring site, in South Portland, Maine. The Gulf of Maine is experiencing accelerated warming rates, and this type of monitoring can aid in our understanding of what this warming trend may mean for our waters.