WELCOME TO CRYPTIDOCEANS
Meet Charolette Smith
Explorer of Great Deep, and Bringer of Truth
About
MY RESEARCH FOCUS
I’m a marine biologist driven by evidence, ecosystem dynamics, and the unanswered questions still drifting through our oceans. My work explores marine systems and unusual oceanic phenomena with a commitment to rigorous research and unapologetic curiosity. If you believe the sea still has secrets worth studying properly, you’re in the right place.
Education
MY ACADEMIC ADVENTURE
2020 - 2026
University of California, Los Angeles, MA; PhD in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
Dissertation: 'Unveiling the Secrets of Cryptid Creatures in the Deep Sea'
GPA: 3.8/4.0
2023 – 2023
Field Research Expedition – Pacific Ocean, Los Angeles
Studied the Behavior of Elusive Marine Abyssal Species
Research Experience
WHERE I'VE CONDUCTED RESEARCH
2026 - Present
Posideon Research and Development LLC. Lead Deep Ocean Reseacher
2024 - 2026
Intern for the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, Marine Center at UCLA, Research Assistant
2019
Ryūjin Abyssal and Cryptid Research, Research Assistant
2014 – 2018
Monroe Community College, Rochester, NY, A.S Biology
Class Valedictorian
Research Skills & Expertise
WHAT I BRING TO THE LAB
Marine Data Analysis
Research Paper Writing & Editing
Oceanographic Fieldwork
Data Management Systems
Scientific Report Writing
Underwater Photography
Marine Expedition Planning
English
Spanish
French
Discoveries & Recognition
WHERE I'VE MADE A SPLASH
CryptidOceans Research Grant
Oceanic Phenomena Publication Award
Marine Biology Innovator Award
Interests
AWAY FROM THE LAB
Oceanic Conservation
Underwater Photography
Ocean Explorations
Scuba Diving
Oceanography
Marine Science
Surfing