Eva Prendergast

Eva is a marine scientist and seasoned field professional with extensive experience across the polar regions, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and some of the world’s most remote coastlines. Her work has taken her from Antarctica and the Arctic to nearly all of coastal Africa, where she supports scientific research and expedition operations in diverse and challenging marine environments.

 

She holds a Master’s in Polar Science from the Scott Polar Research Institute and British Antarctic Survey at the University of Cambridge, graduating at the top of her class. Her contributions to research — including studies on deep-dwelling species such as the giant phantom jellyfish and the elusive Type D orca — have been featured by National Geographic, CNN, and in prominent wildlife documentaries.

 

Eva is a certified Zodiac instructor, scuba diving instructor, and emergency first response instructor. She continues to expand her skill set through ongoing professional development, driven by a commitment to deepening her expertise and precision in the field.

 

In addition to her scientific background, Eva has held senior leadership roles in education, technology, and guest operations, and has received recognition for her presentations at global science conferences. She also contributes her time as a board member for several conservation-focused charities and is actively involved in field research, focusing on biotelemetry technology to understand the underwater behavior and ecology of cetaceans. Whether guiding on the ice or leading from the bridge, Eva thrives in remote environments where science, exploration, and logistics converge.