Corie Charpentier is a marine biologist who pursues research in the ecology and physiology of coastal animals. She is enthusiastic about sensory biology, animal behavior, and the ecology of larval invertebrates.

Corie grew up exploring the rocky shores of New England and discovered her passion for marine science at an early age. She completed a BS in Marine Science from Eckerd College and a PhD in Marine Biosciences from the University of Delaware. During her PhD, Corie studied predator-induced defenses in crustacean zooplankton. She also contributed to research on the visual physiology of krill during Arctic polar night. She then worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Rutgers University, where she investigated the impact of artificial light on coastal larvae and contributed to the investigation of new technologies for efficient study of Antarctic trophic ecology. Corie also held faculty positions at Ransom Everglades School and Stetson University, where she focused on larval dispersal and habitat restoration.

Corie aims to share her for passion for marine science and the natural world through teaching, mentorship, and research at the University of South Carolina.