Dr. Jennifer Adler grew up loving the ocean. She lived in Massachusetts and took up competitive sailing when she was little. Her parents also got her a pink snorkeling mask, which was a staple of her summer's exploring the creatures in Sand Dollar Cove. Today she's armed with a Ph.D. and a camera as she sets out to connect citizens and science. She uses her photography to help communicate water issues and connect people to the world around them.

• Jennifer Adler Photography