I was born and raised in Bayamón, Puerto Rico which is also known as "The City of Science". In 2013, I obtained a Bachelor in Natural Science with a major in Coastal Marine Biology from the University of Puerto Rico at Humacao (UPRH) and in 2017 I obtained a Master of Science in Environmental Science and Biology from Hampton University.

I am a recent Ph.D. graduate from the University of South Florida (USF) College of Marine Science, where I worked under the advisement of Dr. Pamela Hallock-Muller. My dissertation focused on Cassiopea (upside-down jellies) ecology, focusing on their potential bioindicators for nutrient pollution in coastal environments. I am also a Certified Academic Advisor by the USF College of Education.

To learn more about my experiences and skills, browse around this website!