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Research experiences strengthens student’s commitment to the environment Research experiences for undergraduates at Metro Campus is a program where faculty supervises hands-on research experiences in the laboratory or in the field. Through these experiences, faculty provide students support through mentoring, tutoring and development of critical thinking skills. Through the various research projects students are trained in scientific methodology to get an increased and improved understanding of the various stages in research. All students participate in workshops such as ethics in research, laboratory and field safety protocols, scientific writing, and effective poster presentations. They are trained to present their research results at National and International Congresses. All students are certified in responsible conduct in research by the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative.
Back Row left to right Daisy Rivas-Matta, Dr. Yogani Govender, Dean of Science, Joshua Reyes Middle Row: Alondra Forteza Cedeño, Marianne Osorio-Quiñones Geraldo Lozada De León, Front: Jose Zayas
“Ser parte del Climate and Ecology Studies Laboratory me ha permitido desarrollar liderazgo, análisis crítico y conocer más sobre la importancia de conservar nuestro medioambiente. He tenido la oportunidad de asistir a viajes de campo, donde he podido conocer métodos de recolección de datos mientras disfruto de la naturaleza y aprendo”
Marianne Osorio Quiñones, Biomedical Program
Based on the students' testimonials below, we can conclude the importance of this life-changing experience for students to participate in research available on Campus. Yogani Govender Dean of Science
“I just wanted to say THANK YOU. Thank you very much for inspiring me and believing in me. Without working with you in research, I wouldn't have made it. Today I received a call from Recinto de Ciencias Medicas telling me I was admitted into graduate school”. Julianna Savona Silva, Biology Program
Participating in the climate and ecology research lab is a unique experience. It offers the opportunity to grow and learn while making the process enjoyable and fun. Connecting with nature while learning of it and how to care for it is most gratifying”. Geraldo Lozado, Masters in Business Administration
