I'm Mary Opeyemi Adebote

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I am an award-winning researcher and PhD student in Fish and Wildlife Conservation at
Virginia Tech, with a passion about the intersection of fisheries science, climate change, and community resilience.

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Hi, I'm Mary

For over a decade, I’ve worked at the intersection of research, fieldwork, and academia; across Nigeria, Ghana, and the United States.

My journey has taken me deep into aquatic ecosystems and coastal communities, where I’ve witnessed firsthand how climate change and environmental pressures are reshaping lives and landscapes.

What I Do

I work at the intersection of science, policy, and community to advance sustainable fisheries and climate resilience. My work spans research, leadership, and advocacy, all aimed at safeguarding ecosystems while empowering people.

Fisheries Research & Science

I am a fisheries scientist studying compliance in recreational fisheries, linking human behaviour to ecosystems, and informing global fisheries management.

Policy & Climate Action

I focus on evidence-based fisheries management, tackling climate adaptation, marine sustainability, and governance to balance ecosystems with human livelihoods.

Leadership & Comm. Engagement

Passionate about leadership and community, I founded Mary Soetan Initiative and volunteer with OML Africa, YALI, YAWC advancing inclusion.

Future Outlook

I seek to advance fisheries and climate resilience research, expand into broader environmental issues, and pursue impactful postdoctoral opportunities.

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What They Say

Voices from mentors, employers, and lecturers and academic advisors; reflections on Mary’s impact, passion, and commitment to science and community.

I first met Mary at the Virginia Tech Center for Ecosystem Forecasting, introduced by her advisor, Professor Holly Kindsvater. Since then, I have closely followed her work and can confidently attest to its strong scientific rigor and significant policy relevance.

    Dr. Stephan Munch, Adj.
    Dr. Stephan Munch, Adj.

    Prof, Dept. of Applied Maths., Uni. of California, Santa Cruz.

    General Manager, Olokun Pisces Limited (Banarly Group) I first met Mary Opeyemi Adebote in 2022, when she joined Banarly Nigeria as Research Lead and Quality Assurance Executive. Handpicked by our CEO for her expertise and academic excellence, this rare appointment proved to be one of our most impactful staffing decisions.

      Kumar Mukund
      Kumar Mukund

      General Manager, Olokun Pisces Limited (Banarly Group)

      I have proudly mentored Mary, witnessing her growth in fisheries science. Through active work with FISON, she has consistently demonstrated scholarly excellence, contributing influential research and participating in critical scientific forums that highlight her dedication and impact in the field.

        Dr. Ansa Ebinimi, Ph.D
        Dr. Ansa Ebinimi, Ph.D

        President, Fisheries Society of Nigeria (FISON)

        Mary Opeyemi Adebote is an exceptional scholar whose scientific contributions and commitment to advancing public understanding of science globally make her one of the most outstanding researchers I have encountered in over two decades of mentoring scientists across disciplines at Virginia Tech and beyond.

          Dr. Carrie.
          Dr. Carrie.

          Associate Dir., Virginia Tech

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          MSI Blog

          While I work on having a new blog page, here is my old blog from 2019, where my early thoughts on science, 

          leadership, and life took shape. Don’t laugh at those photos!

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