Aquaculture specialist with a Master’s degree in Invertebrate Physiology, specialized in Immunology and Genetics, and a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences.

With over 36 years of experience in the Ecuadorian aquaculture sector, she has distinguished herself through her work in technical and scientific training in animal health. Has developed innovative techniques for the diagnosis of diseases in fish and shrimp and has led projects that expanded knowledge of microbial communities, driving significant advances in aquaculture and biotechnology.

Conference: Phenotypic resistance and molecular characterization of pathogenic bacteria in shrimp larvae (Penaeus vannamei) from hatcheries along the Ecuadorian coast