Dr. Jude Apple sees himself as navigating uncharted waters, bringing research, public education and
outreach together into one position. While breaking new ground is an exciting prospect, it also means
uncertainty when it comes to funding. And it puts Jude in the position of trailblazer as he builds
support for this new paradigm within his partner institutions. In short, his life is a balancing act.
"Science itself is wonderful, and the many ways to implement it have many different outcomes." |
Jude's work with the Native American community is also a balancing act, as he works to find common ground
between Native and Western science. Added into the mix is his keen interest in Native knowledge as it
connects to the coastal environments where he does his field work. This results in another hybrid, in
which students from the Native communities can get involved in both Jude's research projects and his
public outreach. Jude's ability to take advantage of opportunities and to be adaptable means progress.
Jude's colleagues and students do an excellent job reflecting how the balancing act is going. Those whose
perspectives you will encounter in Viewpoints are:
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