Cristina G.
Associate Scientist at Pivot Bio- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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Portuguese Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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edX Verified Certificate for Nitrogen-related field measurements: Techniques, analyses and calculations
edXMay, 2023- Sep, 2024 -
edX Verified Certificate for Nitrogen: A Global Challenge
edXJan, 2022- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Pivot Bio
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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300 - 400 Employee
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Associate Scientist
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Jun 2023 - Oct 2023
Associate scientist specializing in plant-microbe interactions. I designed and conducted experiments to validate biological nitrogen fixing microbes in grow chambers and the greenhouse environment. Investigated the complex relationship between microbes, plants, and soil environment to improve the nitrogen use and efficiency.
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Senior Research Associate
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Dec 2020 - Jun 2023
Research and development for biological nitrogen fixation in a variety of agricultural crops. Developing environmentally sustainable solutions for agriculture. Conducting various growth chamber and greenhouse assays to improve biological nitrogen fixation in cereal crops.
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Plant Response
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Associate
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Nov 2019 - Apr 2020
Experienced in the research of biological products for agriculture crops. Assisted lead scientists in collaborative projects in the research of beneficial soil live microbes, bioherbicides, biological fungicides to improve crop performance. Expertise in biological control of pests and diseases in greenhouse and growth chamber plants. Proficient in greenhouse operation systems including environment systems, irrigation. Monitored and troubleshooting plants for abiotic stress, nutrition issues… Show more Experienced in the research of biological products for agriculture crops. Assisted lead scientists in collaborative projects in the research of beneficial soil live microbes, bioherbicides, biological fungicides to improve crop performance. Expertise in biological control of pests and diseases in greenhouse and growth chamber plants. Proficient in greenhouse operation systems including environment systems, irrigation. Monitored and troubleshooting plants for abiotic stress, nutrition issues, pests, and diseases. Show less Experienced in the research of biological products for agriculture crops. Assisted lead scientists in collaborative projects in the research of beneficial soil live microbes, bioherbicides, biological fungicides to improve crop performance. Expertise in biological control of pests and diseases in greenhouse and growth chamber plants. Proficient in greenhouse operation systems including environment systems, irrigation. Monitored and troubleshooting plants for abiotic stress, nutrition issues… Show more Experienced in the research of biological products for agriculture crops. Assisted lead scientists in collaborative projects in the research of beneficial soil live microbes, bioherbicides, biological fungicides to improve crop performance. Expertise in biological control of pests and diseases in greenhouse and growth chamber plants. Proficient in greenhouse operation systems including environment systems, irrigation. Monitored and troubleshooting plants for abiotic stress, nutrition issues, pests, and diseases. Show less
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Mendel Biological Solutions
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United States
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Farming
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Greenhouse Manager
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Mar 2015 - Nov 2019
Conducted interdisciplinary projects in the research and developments of biological products for agricultural crops. Assisted the lead scientist in multiple greenhouse and growth chamber experiments. Applied biological control of pests and diseases a variety of plant species grown indoors. Operated, troubleshooted greenhouse automated systems to meet experimental designs requirements. Utilized laboratory equipment and techniques in the scientific research process. Mentored greenhouse team to… Show more Conducted interdisciplinary projects in the research and developments of biological products for agricultural crops. Assisted the lead scientist in multiple greenhouse and growth chamber experiments. Applied biological control of pests and diseases a variety of plant species grown indoors. Operated, troubleshooted greenhouse automated systems to meet experimental designs requirements. Utilized laboratory equipment and techniques in the scientific research process. Mentored greenhouse team to perform tasks according to safety regulations. Plant nutrition and health expert. Show less Conducted interdisciplinary projects in the research and developments of biological products for agricultural crops. Assisted the lead scientist in multiple greenhouse and growth chamber experiments. Applied biological control of pests and diseases a variety of plant species grown indoors. Operated, troubleshooted greenhouse automated systems to meet experimental designs requirements. Utilized laboratory equipment and techniques in the scientific research process. Mentored greenhouse team to… Show more Conducted interdisciplinary projects in the research and developments of biological products for agricultural crops. Assisted the lead scientist in multiple greenhouse and growth chamber experiments. Applied biological control of pests and diseases a variety of plant species grown indoors. Operated, troubleshooted greenhouse automated systems to meet experimental designs requirements. Utilized laboratory equipment and techniques in the scientific research process. Mentored greenhouse team to perform tasks according to safety regulations. Plant nutrition and health expert. Show less
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California Academy of Sciences
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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400 - 500 Employee
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Rain Forest Crew Member
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Aug 2014 - Mar 2015
Performed detailed horticulture work in the rainforest exhibit. Inspected plants for pest damage, nutritional status, diseases and any other abnormal issue. Performed integrated pest management (IPM) to safeguard the environment. Executed horticulture work inside the terrarium to ensure that the plants perform according to the purposes of the exhibit. Inspected the animals inside the terrarium tanks to ensure wellness. Feed each species according to their diet and record behavior… Show more Performed detailed horticulture work in the rainforest exhibit. Inspected plants for pest damage, nutritional status, diseases and any other abnormal issue. Performed integrated pest management (IPM) to safeguard the environment. Executed horticulture work inside the terrarium to ensure that the plants perform according to the purposes of the exhibit. Inspected the animals inside the terrarium tanks to ensure wellness. Feed each species according to their diet and record behavior changes. Cared for insects inside the exhibit and at the USDA containment room. Observed and collected data about the insects’ behavior to ensure that the environment provides all their needs. Show less Performed detailed horticulture work in the rainforest exhibit. Inspected plants for pest damage, nutritional status, diseases and any other abnormal issue. Performed integrated pest management (IPM) to safeguard the environment. Executed horticulture work inside the terrarium to ensure that the plants perform according to the purposes of the exhibit. Inspected the animals inside the terrarium tanks to ensure wellness. Feed each species according to their diet and record behavior… Show more Performed detailed horticulture work in the rainforest exhibit. Inspected plants for pest damage, nutritional status, diseases and any other abnormal issue. Performed integrated pest management (IPM) to safeguard the environment. Executed horticulture work inside the terrarium to ensure that the plants perform according to the purposes of the exhibit. Inspected the animals inside the terrarium tanks to ensure wellness. Feed each species according to their diet and record behavior changes. Cared for insects inside the exhibit and at the USDA containment room. Observed and collected data about the insects’ behavior to ensure that the environment provides all their needs. Show less
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Argonne Alternative Elementary School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Science Educator
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Oct 2013 - May 2014
Taught outdoor science through organic gardening classes to grades K - 5. Introduced to students concepts of ecology, urban agriculture, native plants, wildlife, organic gardening and water conservation. Connected children with nature through hands on experience. Explained concepts of reducing consumption, reuse eligible items, and recycle all possible materials to reduce land pollution. Taught outdoor science through organic gardening classes to grades K - 5. Introduced to students concepts of ecology, urban agriculture, native plants, wildlife, organic gardening and water conservation. Connected children with nature through hands on experience. Explained concepts of reducing consumption, reuse eligible items, and recycle all possible materials to reduce land pollution.
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San Francisco Botanical Garden
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Nursery Assistant
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Sep 2012 - Jun 2013
Assisted the nursery specialist at the greenhouse and nursery performing propagations of a variety of plant species. Executed inspections for pests, diseases, and abiotic damages. Conducted sanitation techniques in order to mitigated and eliminate the risk of introduction and dissemination of pest and diseases. Carried out propagation of plants belonging to the gardens live library of endanger species. Performed routines tasks such as pruning, fertilizing, potting, transplanting, watering… Show more Assisted the nursery specialist at the greenhouse and nursery performing propagations of a variety of plant species. Executed inspections for pests, diseases, and abiotic damages. Conducted sanitation techniques in order to mitigated and eliminate the risk of introduction and dissemination of pest and diseases. Carried out propagation of plants belonging to the gardens live library of endanger species. Performed routines tasks such as pruning, fertilizing, potting, transplanting, watering. Cared for the California native oak tree species collection in the nursery. Show less Assisted the nursery specialist at the greenhouse and nursery performing propagations of a variety of plant species. Executed inspections for pests, diseases, and abiotic damages. Conducted sanitation techniques in order to mitigated and eliminate the risk of introduction and dissemination of pest and diseases. Carried out propagation of plants belonging to the gardens live library of endanger species. Performed routines tasks such as pruning, fertilizing, potting, transplanting, watering… Show more Assisted the nursery specialist at the greenhouse and nursery performing propagations of a variety of plant species. Executed inspections for pests, diseases, and abiotic damages. Conducted sanitation techniques in order to mitigated and eliminate the risk of introduction and dissemination of pest and diseases. Carried out propagation of plants belonging to the gardens live library of endanger species. Performed routines tasks such as pruning, fertilizing, potting, transplanting, watering. Cared for the California native oak tree species collection in the nursery. Show less
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Climate Action Now!
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United States
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Renewables & Environment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Science Educator
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Mar 2013 - May 2013
Assisted teacher in a series of ecology classes to high school students at the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Taught principles of ecology, plant science, influence of Earth different climates in plant diversity and development. Introduced and promoted sustainable environmental practices such as reduction of consumption, reuse eligible items and recycle. Assisted teacher in a series of ecology classes to high school students at the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Taught principles of ecology, plant science, influence of Earth different climates in plant diversity and development. Introduced and promoted sustainable environmental practices such as reduction of consumption, reuse eligible items and recycle.
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Education
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Universidade Federal de Goiás
Agronomist Engineer, Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences
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