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About
Overall, Dr. Martinez lab focuses on the thermal performance of aquatic and terrestrial ectotherms. Current research focuses on exploring the linkages between mitochondrial coupling of oxygen to ATP production and whole-organism thermal performance. We employ various techniques, including high-resolution, liquid-phase respirometry (Oroboros Instruments), a well as high-resolution, high-throughput gas phase respirometry (Sable Systems), to answer fundamental questions about how cellular energy production efficiency can shape organismal fitness.
Education/Academic qualification
B.S. Marine Biology, University of Puerto Rico
… → 2013
Ph.D. Biological Oceanography, Biochemical aspects of the thermal sensitivity and energy balance of polar, tropical and subtropical teleosts , University of South Florida St. Petersburg
… → 2006
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External positions
Associate Professor, Eastern Illinois University
Jan 1 2022 → Dec 31 2023
Assistant Professor, Eastern Illinois University
Jan 1 2018 → Dec 31 2022
Natural Resources Manager III, Guánica Forest and Marine Reserve - Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources
Jan 1 2015 → Dec 31 2018
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Virginia Commonwealth University
Jan 1 2014 → Dec 31 2015
Adjunct Instructor, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg
Jan 1 2013 → Dec 31 2014
Graduate Teaching Associate, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg
Jan 1 2012 → Dec 31 2013
Research Associate, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg
Jan 1 2008 → Dec 31 2012
Laboratory Technician Assistant, University of Puerto Rico
Jan 1 2002 → Dec 31 2004