Microscopy

Photo Microscopy is a great way to document biodiversity almost anywhere you are. After acquiring my first microscope I decided to take advantage of the most recent technologies in imaging and 4K video without breaking the bank, using modified GoPros and a Raspberry Pi.

What are spiders?
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Keats Island Conservation Society

As one of the directors of the Keats Island Conservation Society, I continuously maintain and promote the communication of our organization with other entities of Vancouver's Sunshine Coast, by serving as their main graphic designer and the media administrator of our webpage. The Society was founded to progress in our understanding and conservation of the island's Biodiversity.

Research
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The main focus of my research for the past decade has been the taxonomy of arthropods with emphasis in arachnids. I have also assisted in the development of software dedicated to enhance the process of species desciptions with the program PYOINV.

Research plate Maeota species description
Research plate Maeota species description

Outreach

I have assisted Museums, Biological collections, and government associations by creating digital resources and using volunteering hours to communicate Science to the general public.