If you are looking for a specialized instruction in Phycology, specifically in phytoplankton identification, algal bloom in both marine and freshwater environments, and the ecological dynamics behind it, I can be your guy. I have extensive experience in harmful algal bloom and water quality monitoring by conducting microalgae identification and enumeration in the Philippines and Australia for green algae, cyanobacteria, dinoflagellates, diatoms, desmids, euglenoids, raphidophytes, chrysophytes, among others. I also have knowledge on aquaculture, particularly on rearing algae in culture for natural food production, brackishwater aquaculture operation, climate change mitigation and project management in aquaculture sector.
Subjects
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Phycology Expert
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Marine Biology Expert
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Aquaculture Intermediate
Experience
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Water Quality Analyst (Nov, 2024
–Present) at Sydney Water Corporation
Perform routine algal identification and enumeration for green algae, diatoms, desmids, dinoflagellates, cyanobacteria, among others.
Experience in measuring algae to calculate Biovolume and Area Standard Unit (ASU);
Perform calibration of Microscopes and other lab instruments to align with accreditation requirements.
Maintaining and ensuring the quality of the results by participating in result validation and algal proficiency methods
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Marine Biologist/Aquaculturist (Jul, 2004
–Dec, 2021) at Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
Laboratory Processing- Monitoring of harmful algal blooms (HABs) and presence of biotoxins in aquatic species through various laboratory analyses and microscopy procedures
Aquaculture Management - Conducted rearing and husbandry activities to manage the farming of commercially important brackishwater and freshwater species such as mudcrab, milkfish, black tiger prawn, slipper oyster and tilapia
Project Management and Monitoring and Evaluation– Implemented, monitored and evaluated projects in collaboration with international funding institutions and local non-government and government agencies
Training and Technology Transfer – Capacitated fisherfolk on sustainable aquaculture farming system and climate change mitigation. Well-versed in technology demonstration of innovative aquafarming technology and farm extension activities
Climate Change Resiliency – Published knowledge materials and implemented programs to strengthen the capacities of aquaculture farmers and fishing communities to mitigate the impact of climate change and build climate resiliency.
Research and Publication – Co-authored the Impact Management of Weather Systems on Aquaculture Operation Series and Local Tilapia Farming Practices in the Philippines: Documentation of Practical Innovative Approaches on Impacts of Climate Change.