Kaitlyn Lowder

Kaitlyn Lowder is an experienced marine biology professional with a robust background in oceanographic research and program management. Currently serving as Program Manager at The Ocean Foundation since March 2021, Kaitlyn provides technical and operational support for core programs, including EquiSea and the International Ocean Acidification Initiative. Prior experience includes roles such as NOAA Sea Grant Knauss Fellow, focusing on international ocean research initiatives, and Oceanographic Research Specialist at The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i, where modeling of marine organism sensitivity to climate change was accomplished. A Ph.D. graduate from UC San Diego with interdisciplinary research in ocean acidification impacts, Kaitlyn also engaged in program management at Western Washington University's Office of Admissions and conducted research on Atlantic salmon behavior during an internship at NOAA.