“Science isn’t an exercise in cold-blooded rationality. Scientists are - and have always been - emotional, creative, intuitive, whole human beings, asking questions about a world that was never made to be catalogued and systematised.”
- Merlin Sheldrake


About me
Eve Sanders BSc (Hons), MRes
Marine Biologist & Wildlife Ecologist
Hello! I’m Eve, a marine biologist and ecologist from the South Devon coast, with a fascination for breaking down the divide between science and the arts. I like to explore how curiosity, lived experience and ethics shape the ways we understand and work towards restoring our environment. Interested in rethinking modern scientific practice, my writing often moves across marine science, environmental anthropology and the philosophy of science - tracing the relationships between oceans, people, culture, and the systems that connect them. My research journey to date has focused on sustainable material use in fisheries, asking how we might learn from the past to move beyond plastics. I have also worked with estuarine communities in Devon and London, as well as farmers in Devon, to support biodiversity and improve water quality. I hold a BSc and an MRes, which underpin my research and writing. In 2020, I returned to Devon from London, inspired by the belief that science thrives when it nurtures both the well-being of scientists and the ecosystems we study. I’m committed to an approach to science that values creativity, intuition and human connection. Currently, I’m working with the DARCEE Project on the Yealm (University of Plymouth), engaging with farmers and landowners to encourage biodiversity across the catchment. If you’d like to follow along, you can find updates on my blog or simply check back here from time to time. Thanks for visiting!

What I do
My work to date has focused on advancing the sustainability of inshore fisheries in collaboration with fishing communities. I have worked with fishers to develop more sustainable practices and gear, including developing the use of underwater cameras for long-term monitoring of lobster pots. Alongside this, I have contributed to the design and implementation of estuarine fish monitoring programmes and biodiversity enhancement initiatives, with experience across both urban estuaries and those in Devon & Cornwall.
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Marine Education & Events
Ever strolled along a Devon beach, explored the rock pools and found yourself wondering about the abundance of life? What are the creatures, their behaviour patterns, history etc. During a tour we will spend time catching critters in the rock pools. We will then ID the animals, whilst learning about their behaviour and history. We will also be looking at seawater under the microscope to learn about the beasties that produce 80% of the worlds oxygen. These tours can be adapted to suit any audience. For families I can provide exciting marine activities for children, whilst the adults dive into something more scientific – depending on interest level.
School workshops (available for primary/secondary/college)
These workshops cover marine science, issues facing UK marine life and what its like to become a marine biologist, although topics can be tailored to meet your needs.
Stakeholder & Community Engagement


Ecological Advice
Research
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Current Research:
Data Accessibility for River Catchment Environmental Enhancement (DARCEE) in the Yealm Catchment, Devon. University of Plymouth
Previous Research:
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2023-2024: Plastic Free Fishing - a comparison between the impacts of modern pot fishing (lobster and crab) on coastal ecosystems and traditional potting methods (University of Plymouth and Isles of Scilly IFCA)
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Get in Touch
Location: South Devon, England
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Get in touch via my contact form regarding bookings, information, and any other queries.
























