Stuart is a marine biologist whose work centers on marine conservation, functional ecology, and education. In August 2024, he joined the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) as an Assistant Teaching Professor in Marine Biology and Assistant Director of Education for University Programs. He holds a Ph.D. in Conservation Biology from the University of Salford (UK). Stuart’s research integrates evolutionary considerations and functional diversity into spatial conservation planning and broader conservation strategies. He is particularly interested in the ecological roles that sustain healthy ecosystems and emphasizes the conservation of both functional and evolutionary diversity, with a focus on marine invertebrates, including coral reefs. Stuart is also part of the scientific diving community at BIOS and serves on the Diving Control Board.