Kelly Fenton-Samuels

Kelly Fenton-Samuels is a Ph.D. candidate in the Geochemistry Division at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, jointly advised by Dr. Sidney Hemming and Dr. Brendan Reilly. Funded by a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, her research reconstructs ice-rafted debris flux and provenance to examine past Antarctic Ice Sheet behavior. Previously, Kelly earned an M.A. degree in Earth and Environmental Sciences from Wesleyan University, where she also earned dual B.A. degrees in Chemistry and Earth and Environmental Sciences. She aspires to use her geochemistry background to pursue a research career investigating high-latitude paleoclimate through laboratory techniques. 

Outside the lab, Kelly enjoys figure skating, practicing yoga, spending time outdoors, and being with her pets. She is passionate about mentoring students and participating in science outreach; please feel free to email her to connect!

Advisors: Dr. Sidney Hemming (AGES Lab); Dr. Brendan Reilly (PAST Group)