Bertrand Martin Garin
About Bertrand Martin Garin
Bertrand Martin Garin is an Associate Professor at Aix-Marseille University, specializing in geology and sustainable development. He has extensive experience in academic program management and research on coral reefs and ecotoxicology.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Bertrand Martin Garin has been an Associate Professor at Aix-Marseille University since 2009. He is responsible for the Master's program in engineering geology and sustainable development and co-responsible for the undergraduate program in Life and Earth Sciences. His role includes overseeing the museum and paleontology collections at the university. Additionally, he is involved in the development and management of the university's educational IT systems.
Education and Expertise
Bertrand Martin Garin has a comprehensive educational background in geology and related fields. He obtained a Bachelor's degree in Geology from Université Savoie Mont Blanc from 1994 to 1997, followed by a Master's degree in Geology from Université de Bourgogne from 1997 to 2000. He further pursued another Master's degree in Biology at Université de Bourgogne from 2000 to 2001. Garin completed his Doctorate in Geology at Universität Bern from 2001 to 2005. His expertise includes the study of current and fossil coral reefs and the ecotoxicology of emerging contaminants.
Professional Background
Before his academic career, Bertrand Martin Garin worked at E. Leclerc in various roles from 1991 to 2001. He started as an Employé libre-service from 1991 to 1994, then served as Employé from 1995 to 1996, and later as Responsable de rayon from 1996 to 2001. His experience in retail management provided him with valuable skills that he later applied in his academic and administrative roles.
Research Focus
Bertrand Martin Garin specializes in the study of both current and fossil coral reefs. His research also focuses on the ecotoxicology of emerging contaminants, particularly the effects of silver and titanium nanoparticles on aquatic organisms. This work contributes to the understanding of environmental impacts and sustainability in geological contexts.