Veronica Garcia
About Veronica Garcia
Veronica Garcia is the Director of Products at Boost Biomes, where she focuses on the commercialization of novel technologies and the isolation of microbial strains. She has a background in microbiology, having worked at NASA and various academic institutions, and holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences.
Current Role at Boost Biomes
Veronica Garcia serves as the Director of Products at Boost Biomes, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she focuses on the isolation and laboratory validation of microbial strains to deliver new products. She plays a key role in the commercialization of novel technologies by improving speed and ensuring quality within research and development processes. Additionally, she guides consortia optimization and bench-scale production of microbial strains, contributing to the company's mission of addressing agricultural and food waste challenges through sustainable practices.
Previous Experience at NASA
Prior to her current position, 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 microbiological research and analysis. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in scientific research and development, which she later applied in her roles in academia and industry.
Educational Background
Veronica Garcia earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Bioenvironmental Science with minors in Environmental Soil Sciences and Spanish from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She later pursued her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Sciences at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), completing her studies from 2010 to 2017. Her educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of microbiology and its applications in various fields.
Research Experience
Veronica Garcia has extensive research experience, having worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at UTHealth from 2012 to 2017. In this role, she engaged in advanced research projects that contributed to her expertise in microbiology. Earlier in her career, she also served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Texas A&M University from 2004 to 2006, and as a Laboratory Technician at USDA for three months in 2004. These positions provided her with practical skills in laboratory techniques and research methodologies.
Focus on Sustainable Practices
In her current role and throughout her career, Veronica Garcia has leveraged her leadership and microbiology expertise to address problems in agriculture and food waste. She emphasizes sustainable practices, aiming to develop solutions that minimize environmental impact while enhancing productivity in agricultural systems. Her work at Boost Biomes reflects a commitment to innovation and sustainability in the field of microbial technology.