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Marco E Franco

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Bio

Environmental toxicologist with 10+ years of research and professional experience working at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and environmental science. Expert in the inter- and multi-discplinary assessment of chemical pollution in aquatic systems and its impact on the quality and integrity of water resources and aquatic biodiversity. Proficient in the establishment of laboratory- and field-based experimental designs, and the development and application of animal-free new approach methodologies (NAMs) for toxicity testing.

Education

  • Baylor University
    Degree Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
    Field of Study Environmental Science
    Start Date 01/2017
    End Date 01/2021
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
    Field of Study Biology
    Start Date 01/2015
    End Date 01/2017
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    Degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
    Field of Study Biology
    Start Date 01/2011
    End Date 01/2014

Experience

EA

Postdoctoral Fellow

EAWAG •

01/2022 – 01/2024 •

Environmental Toxicology

BU

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant

Baylor University •

01/2017 – 01/2021 •

Environmental Science

UO

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Louisiana at Lafayette •

01/2016 – 01/2017 •

Biology

UO

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Louisiana at Lafayette •

01/2015 – 01/2016 •

Biology