My name is Daniel Auerbach and I am currently a Ph.D. student at WSU in Pullman.  My research focuses on using aerial imagery taken from drones to assess Summer Chinook spawning on the Wenatchee River.

I grew up in Los Altos, California, where my foundation for photography, drones, and the environment was built.  I received a B.S. from the University of Washington in Aquatic and Fishery Sciences as well as a B.S. in Environmental Sciences from Washington State University.

My passion lies in the environment where I hope to help bridge the gap between science and technology as well as help lead future generations to preserve the precious resources we have around us.  Outside of research I enjoy hiking, backpacking, recreational drone flying, and the general outdoors.  Tying my passions for the environment, natural resources, and knowledge of drones, I am pleased to be assisting the team for the Virtual Forest project!