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Hi, I'm Alexus Cazares-Nuesser.

 

 

PhD candidate, science communicator, content creator, and mentor.

I create content to demystify grad school and help you navigate academia with clarity, confidence, and purpose — all while becoming the kind of person who lives with intention, not just ambition.

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    I share my life as a PhD student in Hawaii, graduate school advice, and my adventures along the way.

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    Research

    I study zooplankton ecology in the Pacific Ocean. Learn more about my research experience, deep-sea ecosystems, and more.

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    Graduate School Resources

    I help aspiring and current grad students with free and paid resources–including guides and 1-on-1 coaching.

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    Book Notes

    Books that I have read surrounding science, personal development, business, plus a few fiction favorites.

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    About Me

    I’m a PhD candidate in biological oceanography at the University of Hawaiʻi, exploring the ecology of mesozooplankton in the Eastern Tropical Pacific Ocean. I am passionate about making science accessible and supporting students navigating academia.

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