Kes joined CPR in September 2022 as a plankton analyst. Kes has worked on the Darwin Tree of Life project at the MBA since September 2021, identifying and processing marine organisms for genome sequencing. She holds an MSc in Aquatic Science from UCL, and has a background in science communication and citizen science. She has worked for consultancy, charities and research institutes on environmental science issues, and is passionate about protecting, preserving and promoting nature.