Manuela Caldas
Although you can call me Mani, my full name is Manuela Caldas. I am 19 years old, born and raised in South Florida. Throughout my life I have been able to learn and listen to the stories about the people who surround me. As a full time student at Florida International University, studying Environmental Science and Digital communications, I have the opportunity to share those impactful stories.
Florida black bears vs. humans: Who will win the fight? (includes interactive media)
Since the state's colonization of European settlers, Florida wildlife has been in a battle for survival. Today, animals like the South Florida Rainbow Snake...
Scientists test a CO2-retaining compound’s effects on seagrass (includes audio story)
Savanna Zeiger, a lab technician at Florida International University, and a group of Floridas International University researchers are working to test the compound olivine...
Por encima del agua: prevención de ahogos infantiles en la Florida (incluye historia...
A pesar de los esfuerzos comunitarios, y de la vigilancia de padres y salvavidas, la Florida paga un alto coste por estar rodeada de...