Madelaine is currently completing her undergraduate in Zoology and Ecology at James Cook University. Madelaine grew up heavily involved in surf lifesaving which fostered a great passion for marine species and conservation from an early age. This interest led her to pursue a career in zoology and ecology with a focus on marine conservation. Throughout her degree, her initial interest in marine science has expanded to sustainable fisheries management, human impact and livelihoods, and international development.