URI Graduate from Providence Shines in Biological Sciences, Aiming to Enhance Scientific Accessibility

Alberto Paz, a graduate from the University of Rhode Island's College of the Environment and Life Sciences, has a strong background in biological sciences. Raised in Providence, Paz began exploring science during a two-week high school program at URI, where he conducted chemical experiments. He later pursued a degree in biological sciences, conducting research under Associate Professor Ying Zhang.

Paz's research in bioinformatics combines biology and information technology to analyze biological data. His project with Professor Zhang involves metabolic modeling and meta-omics to study bioengineering and environmental microbiology. He aims to create open-source software and models that help understand biological systems at various levels.

Paz is currently studying foraminifera, organisms found in salt marshes, and is working on sequencing their genetic code to better understand their behaviors. This work is part of his broader goal to make scientific data more accessible to both academics and the public.

Paz also applies his problem-solving skills outside the lab. He once flooded his basement during a home renovation, a mistake that ultimately strengthened his problem-solving confidence. This ability to handle diverse challenges highlights his adaptability.

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