“How inappropriate to call this planet Earth when it is quite clearly Ocean.
ARTHUR C. CLARKE
A Bit About The Team
I have established the Marine Symbiomes Research Group at the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn – National Institute of Marine Biology, Ecology and Biotechnology in 2017.
We are a hard working group of dynamic personalities doing fun science in a relaxed environment. We are persuaded that every person, regardless of age, career title or experience can contribute greatly to our common research goals. We further adhere to the notion that science has no borders, and thus we work to establish collaborations with investigators from institutions in Europe and elsewhere.
I am always looking for motivated students or postdocs to join the group. However, funding is limited. Please stay tuned here and on the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn website for any job posting. Potential candidates are encouraged to contact me prior to submitting their application. Also, I will be happy to work with you if you want to write and apply for your own grant.
Meet The People
Germán Zapata Hernández
Postdoctoral fellow
My focus is on benthic marine food webs and potential impacts of wildfires. Experienced beekeeper involved in climate change impact projects on Chilean beekeeping. I enjoy spending free time with friends, music, and conversations over cold beers.
Elena Quintanilla
Postdoctoral Fellow
My research focuses on understanding the microbiome dynamics of forest-forming vulnerable organisms, such as corals and seagrasses, to assess their responses to environmental change. Outside of research, I enjoy diving, dancing, and creating handmade, nature-inspired jewelry.