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Dr. Kirt Rusenko
Board Member
Dr. Kirt Rusenko holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Biochemistry, and a PhD in Zoology from Clemson University. He has been the Marine Conservationist and Marine Turtle Permit Holder for the city of Boca Raton Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program which monitors and safeguards the city’s five miles of beach. He also played an important role in establishing a sea turtle rehabilitation facility which was able to handle 170 patients during a cold-stun event.
Dr. Rusenko is dedicated to marine conservation and has been working to reduce the many forms of destructive lighting that are harming sea turtle life. He is a founding member of the International Dark-Sky Association, South Florida Chapter. His interest and experience in marine conservation are a great benefit to the environment and the community.
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