Dominique Thomas
About Dominique Thomas
Dominique Thomas is a laboratory technician at Universitat Rovira i Virgili and a VSFS Federal intern at the U.S. Geological Survey, focusing on climate change's impact on species. With a background in education and research, Thomas has contributed to studies on microplastics and pollution management strategies.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Dominique Thomas currently serves as a VSFS Federal intern at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2022. In this role, Thomas focuses on networking initiatives aimed at protecting the nation’s species from the impacts of climate change. This position allows for collaboration with various stakeholders to address environmental challenges and contribute to conservation efforts.
Current Role at Universitat Rovira i Virgili
Since 2022, Dominique Thomas has worked as a Laboratory Technician at Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain. This role involves conducting laboratory experiments and supporting research projects, contributing to the institution's academic and scientific endeavors.
Previous Experience in Education
Dominique Thomas worked as a High School Science Teacher at Fairfax County Public Schools from 2015 to 2021. During this six-year tenure, Thomas taught various science subjects, engaging students in scientific inquiry and fostering an understanding of scientific principles.
Research and Academic Background
Dominique Thomas studied at Universitat Rovira i Virgili, obtaining a Master of Engineering (MEng) from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, Thomas attended Virginia Commonwealth University, where involvement in research included studying the bioaccumulation of microplastics and proposing pollution prevention strategies for agricultural soils. This academic background supports a strong foundation in environmental science and engineering.
Research Contributions
Dominique Thomas has contributed to research focusing on the bioaccumulation of microplastics, assessing their impact as emerging pollutants. This work included data collection and risk analyses using standardized methodologies. Thomas developed innovative methods for analyzing microplastics in various environmental matrices, such as sewage sludge and marine sediments.