Education
2023-Present
Ph.D. Biology
KU Leuven, Belgium
I use experiments, DNA sequencing, bioinformatics, and statistical data analysis to uncover how genes respond to environmental change. My work involves ATAC-seq and RNA-seq data to study gene regulation and expression. I communicate science to international audiences and work within a large research team.
2020-2023
M.Sc. Evolutionary Biology
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Germany & Uppsala University, Sweden
I have a joint master's degree in evolutionary biology from the Mobility European Master in Evolutionary biology (MEME) program where I explored research related to genetics and animal behavior. My coursework focused on advanced topics such as genetics, phylogenetics, and evolutionary processes. Through this program, I gained valuable experience in experimental design, statistical analysis, and bioinformatics.
2016-2020
B.Sc. Microbiology
University of Puerto Rico, Arecibo Campus
Hands-on experience in laboratory techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR, bacterial culture and isolation, and microscopy. For more information on my skills and experience as a microbiologist, please refer to my resume below.