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BSc Marine Science

Research

Biological Oceanography, Marine Ecology
Marine Biotechnology, Marine Products

Laboratory of Ecology and Molecular Biology in Algae, Chile

• Research and field assistant for the FONDECYT REGULAR 1170881 project “Integral impact assessment of heavy metals and organic toxic compounds: effects on the development, growth, and ecosystem function of marine algae”. Led by Dr. Loretto Contreras-Porcia.

• Dissertation researcher under the investigation project CORFO-IFAN 16PTECAI-66648-P19: IFAN technological consortium, Synergic development of functional ingredients and natural additives.

South Pacific Ocean

• Great skills for systematic and orderly work in the laboratory. With knowledge in a variety of extractive, analytical, biochemical, biophysical and molecular techniques.Especially focused on the study of glycolipids, phycobiliproteins and carotenoids derived from algae.

• High capacity and good performance in field biological sampling techniques, including activities such as free diving, boat experience and multi-day campaigns determining physicochemical parameters of the water column, zooplankton and phytoplankton analysis.

• Excellent disposition for team work either outside or inside the laboratory, always maintaining a serious and respectful attitude. Very motivated and proactive, always willing to help and learn.

Spanish and English

Marine Biologist from Andrés Bello University, with experience in ecology, applied phycology, biotechnology and molecular biology in algae. With an interest in developing academic research in subjects linked to enhance photosynthesis in algae or the use of omic´s or synthetic biology approaches to produce high-value bioactive compounds with potential uses in the food, pharmaceutical and industrial biotechnology sectors. With professional interest in developing a career in applied phycology and biotechnology in algae research. Additionally, interested in the algae-based industrial biotechnology sector.