MrDiego Arrocha

Panamanian, 21 years old, third-year student of the Bachelor's Degree in Biology at the Azuero Regional University Center (CRUA) of the University of Panama (UP). Passionate about the field of Genetics and Molecular Biology focused on human health; with experience in Field Biology.

With pleasure in Economics, Finance and Project Administration. Committed to helping society through scientific research, all for the good of others. Columnist with publications in journalistic media in Panama. Excited to join the TDR Global Team community to collaborate, learn and contribute my experience to the development of science.

Investigations and Projects:
JUIA (Jóvenes Universitarios Investigadores de Azuero, Student Group): Researcher and Communication Coordinator | Present
- Dissemination of knowledge and development of high-impact multifield research projects

Research | Occurrence of freshwater macroinvertebrates and water quality in affluents of the El Montoso Forest Reserve, Tres Puntas, Herrera, Panama (principal investigator)
JUIA | 2022 - 2023

Research | Isolation of endophytic microfungi in a forest reserve
JUIA | 2022

Opinion Columns | La Estrella de Panama:
- "Condición económica para el desarrollo de la ciencia en Panamá" - 2023
- “Cuestiones de la regulación laboral: Proyecto de ley 944” - 2023
-“Potencial de la innovación: Mercado” - 2022
- “Canal de Panamá: seguridad internacional y terrorismo” - 2022

Competencs:
Laboratory Techniques: Proficient in performing various chemical, microbiological and parasitological techniques commonly used in research laboratories
Data Analysis: Familiar with descriptive statistical analysis and interpretation of data in Excel software | BioStat | PAST | Benchling
Communication: Skill in verbal and written communication through presentations and scientific writing
Office automation: Competent in Google Workspace and Microsoft Word software | PowerPoint