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Irene Sanchez Gonzalez

Irene Sanchez Gonzalez

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Aquatic ecologist

  • Education

    • Arkansas State University

      2016 - 2019
      Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology Biology, General 4.0

      As part of my thesis project I evaluated water quality in eight streams in Arkansas by collecting weekly water samples. I also performed quantitative freshwater mussel surveys in the Strawberry River

    • Missouri Valley College

      2012 - 2016
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Biology, General

      Activities and Societies: Dean's List in every semester, Student Leader Recognition, Varsity Women's Soccer Team Captain, Member of the Biology Club, NSCAA Scholar all region, Scholar Athlete, 2 time HAAC all conference

    • The University of Alabama

      2019 - 2023
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Biology, General

      I am currently working on assessing intraspecific and interspecific differences in fucntional traits of freshwater mussels (Morphological variation, nutrient storage) and their impact in riverine ecosystems.I am using novel techniques like 3D scanning and stable isotope analysis and conducting my research in the Frame of a dimensions of biodiversity NSF project in 7 rivers of the Southeastern US

  • Experience

    • Arkansas State University Ecotox Research Facility

      Jul 2016 - May 2018
      Research Assistant

      Graduate Assistant at Ecotoxicology research facitly (ERF). The ERF is an EPA certified laboratory with capacity to conduct nutrient and sediment analysis as well as WET testing on Pimephales promelas, Ceriodaphnia dubia and magna and Chironomids. Additionally I conducted weekly field work collecting water samples at 8 different locations in Arkansas. During my time as a graduate assistant at the ERF I was in charge of reference toxicity testing and the fish culture room .

    • Veolia

      Jul 2018 - Aug 2018
      Analista de laboratorio

      Testing of wastewater samples. Dissolved oxygen, suspended solids, ammonia.

    • REACH MONITOR

      Aug 2018 - Jul 2019
      Aquatic toxicology and Regulatory Affairs Consultant

      Worked assessing the necessity of conducting Aquatic testing for the release of new products or manufacturing of chemicals. Asssited the clients with the compliance of national and European regulations for manufacturing, distribuition and commercialization. MSDS quality assurance, REACH registration, biocides regulations, REACH-IT, IUCLID6.

    • The University of Alabama

      May 2020 - Aug 2023

      Field work Mentoring of Undergradute Students Teaching laboratory section of undergradaute introductory biology course.

      • Graduate Research Assistant

        Jul 2019 - Aug 2023

      • Teaching Assistant

        May 2020 - Aug 2020

    • The University of Georgia

      Jan 2024 - now
      Postdoctoral Researcher

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Export Control for Researchers and Physical Science Responsible Conduct of Research

      Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative
      Jul 2016

    • Open Water Diver

      PADI
      May 2019

    • Hazardous Wastes Generator Training

      Arkansas State University
      Sept 2016

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Irene Sanchez Gonzalez
      HAAC All-Conference HAAC Dec 2016
    • Awarded to Irene Sanchez Gonzalez
      2 x Darktronic Scholar Athlete NAIA Dec 2015
    • Awarded to Irene Sanchez Gonzalez
      NSCAA Scholar All-North/Central Region NSCAA Dec 2015
    • Awarded to Irene Sanchez Gonzalez
      Arkansas Game and Fish Scholarship AGFC
    • Awarded to Irene Sanchez Gonzalez
      Dean's LIst Missouri Valley College Dean's list every semester as an undergraduate

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Zoo de Barcelona Volunteer

      Issued by Barcelona de Serveis Municipals, S.A.
      Barcelona de Serveis Municipals, S.A.Associated with Irene Sanchez Gonzalez

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Fundación Adsis on May 2010
      Fundación AdsisAssociated with Irene Sanchez Gonzalez

    • Research Volunteer

      Issued by Missouri Department of Conservation on Nov 2015
      Missouri Department of ConservationAssociated with Irene Sanchez Gonzalez

    • Bearitage farms bioblitz and biological georeference

      Issued by arkansas center for biodiversity collections on Oct 2017
      arkansas center for biodiversity collectionsAssociated with Irene Sanchez Gonzalez