A fisherman, surfer, and scientist from Hilo, Hawaiʻi.

Crispin is currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental Life Sciences at Arizona State University while based in Hilo. His research focuses on connecting communities and science through the mucus microbiomes of culturally significant organisms.

Drawing from a diverse upbringing in fishing, surfing, ranching, and a “do it yourself” mentality, he combines these experiences with science to better understand the natural systems that sustain both people and place.