I am an ecologist and my research interests lie in the field of spatial and trophic ecology of animals. My research focus is foraging ecology of marine animals and influences of marine resource limitations on arctic and subarctic ecosystems. My research also includes studies on stress associated with disturbance and risk behaviour of long-distance migratory animals. My current work at the ministry involves marine spatial planning, setting legal framework for MPAs and OECMs and advising on marine resource use in relation to international agreements such as UN Convention on Biological Diversity.