Veronica Garcia, Ph. D.
About Veronica Garcia, Ph. D.
Veronica Garcia, Ph.D., serves as the Director of Products at Boost Biomes, where she focuses on sustainable practices through microbial potential. She has a background in microbiology, having previously worked at NASA and held research positions at various academic institutions.
Work at Boost Biomes
Veronica Garcia, Ph.D., serves as the Director of Products at Boost Biomes, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she focuses on promoting sustainable practices across various industries by harnessing microbial potential. She has developed and established processes within the research and development (R&D) department that enhance the speed and quality of commercializing novel technologies. Her expertise in microbiology is utilized to evaluate innovative solutions aimed at addressing challenges in agriculture and food waste.
Previous Experience at NASA
Prior to her current role, Veronica Garcia worked at NASA as a Microbiologist II from 2007 to 2010. During her three years in the Houston, Texas area, she contributed to various projects that involved the study of microbial life and its applications. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in microbiological research and its practical applications.
Education and Expertise
Veronica Garcia earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Sciences from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), where she studied from 2010 to 2017. Her academic background also includes a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Bioenvironmental Science from Texas A&M University, where she minored in Environmental Soil Sciences and Spanish. This educational journey has equipped her with a robust understanding of microbiology and its relevance to environmental sustainability.
Research Experience
Before joining Boost Biomes, Veronica Garcia gained valuable research experience at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2012 to 2017. Her work involved conducting experiments and contributing to research projects that advanced knowledge in the field of biomedical sciences. Additionally, she served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Texas A&M University from 2004 to 2006 and worked as a Laboratory Technician at the USDA for three months in 2004.