Sigal Plotkin

Sigal is a 3rd year undergraduate student getting her B.S. in Zoology. She is interested in studying animal behavior through multiple disciplines such as biology, ecology, and evolutionary psychology. Her ultimate goal is to apply this research experience to working in marine animal conservation spaces. Sigal is currently working on a project assessing the detour-reaching abilities of mantis shrimp. This cognitive test is performed to assess the mantis shrimps' ability to navigate barriers to reach a food reward. Outside of the lab, Sigal enjoys doing art, playing her guitar, cooking, and spending time with her dog.