Erick M. García Troche

e-mail: erick.garcia1@upr.edu              

• Hometown: Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

• Previous Education: University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez

• Degree obtained: B.S. in Chemistry; Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology  

• Graduate Advisor: Julio Morell, M.Sc.

• Area of Specialization: Chemical Oceanography

• Research Interest: biogeochemistry, ocean acidification, climate change

Born in Mayagüez and raised in Cabo Rojo. Son of Erico and Kitty, brother of Wilka and Howard. Born with an interest in sports, coming from a sports family. Have always had strong interest for math and science. Decided to pursue studies a field applied to chemistry. Family practically raised me at the beach, so no surprise I ended up studying marine sciences. I'm enjoying my days at La Parguera with good friends and co-workers.