Coordinated lab workflows and experimental design for algae-based biotechnology projects.

• Managed SOPs, data collection and reporting for R&D teams
• Supported project planning, timelines and interdepartmental communication
• Contributed to Project LivMat: Productive Catalytic Living Materials

Designed and built algae cultivation systems across 26 aquariums.

• Cultivated Caulerpa lentillifera and Ulva rigida under controlled conditions
• Performed spectrophotometric and nutrient analysis
• Developed SOPs and quality control systems
• Recorded and analyzed experimental datasets

Led thesis on macroalgae bioactive compounds for sustainable applications (IMBRSea framework).

• Designed and executed 19 extraction protocols
• Conducted biochemical assays (DPPH, ABTS, FRAP, TPC/TFC)
• Analyzed nutritional and environmental parameters
• Coordinated lab work under IMBRSea framework

Maintained coral systems in controlled aquaria and performed photobiological measurements.

• Performed photobiological measurements (Junior-PAM fluorometry)
• Analyzed water chemistry (pH, salinity, oxygen, temperature)
• Developed SOPs for reproducible lab systems

Identified marine microalgae species and performed genetic analysis at the Institute of Aquaculture Torre de la Sal.

• Identified marine microalgae species microscopically
• Performed genetic analysis (RFLP, gel electrophoresis)
• Cultivated and scaled microalgae under controlled conditions
• Conducted spectrophotometric and environmental analysis

Co-founded insect protein biotech startup using Lean Startup methodology.

• Developed business hypotheses and validated value proposition
• Managed operations, budgeting and early-stage company setup
• Conducted customer discovery and market validation
• Designed marketing and partnership strategies

Created and published science communication content for public audiences.

• Translated complex marine science into accessible insights
• Coordinated multidisciplinary innovation projects with industry partners
• Applied Agile methods (sprints, prototyping, iteration cycles)
• Delivered pitches to mentors and stakeholders

Assembled ceramic panels for exhibitions with precision standards.

• Ensured quality control and accurate final installation
• Worked in fast-paced production environment