Jasper works as a Research Assistant for FishBase and SeaLifeBase, encoding data on trophic ecology, abundance and introductions. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology major in Systematics from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), where he developed an interest in marine life.
His continued involvement with Q-quatics gave him the opportunity to work with internationally renowned experts, which in turn motivated him to deepen his engagement in the conservation and sustainable management of the ocean and its resources. Recent data-driven projects further fueled his passion for uncovering the complex dynamics of oceanic food webs, a pursuit that plays a crucial role in supporting informed policy-making for healthier oceans.