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BIOMOL

A molecular biology laboratory for research and conservation

The BIOMOL is focused on the application of genetic approaches to address research questions on population ecology, evolution, and conservation of vertebrates and invertebrates in Costa Rica. Our research has an emphasis on aquatic animals, particularly species of conservation and management concern such as sharks, rays, sea turtles and invertebrates.

INTERNSHIPS

RESEARCH

SERVICE LEARNING

OUR RESEARCH AREAS

Conservation of birds and sloths

We currently work with collaborators around the country in a population genetics...

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Genetic identification of species involved in the illegal trade

In order to support and strengthen the implementation of national and international...

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Conservation genetics of marine species

In the BIOMOL laboratory we have different projects focused on population genetics...

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BIOMOL Lab Coordinator

M.Sc. Mariana Elizondo Sancho

mariana.elizondo@veritas.cr

Mariana is the BIOMOL Lab coordinator and also professor of various courses in the Center for International Programs. Her main research focuses on population genetics of the critically endangered scalloped hammerhead shark. Contact her with questions about internships, service learning and how you can get involved in our ongoing research projects.