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Dra. Amelia Merced - Bióloga | Biologist

Dr. Amelia is a microscopist in Puerto Rico researching plant development and diversity.

Dr. Amelia is a microscopist at the Institute of Neurobiology in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. She received her PhD from the University of Southern Illinois, where her research was focused on moss stomata. She is particularly interested in the development and diversity of plant structures, especially bryophytes. Amelia has designed environmental learning curriculum and led school nature classes.

AIR DATE 3/5/18

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Sunday, Jun 15 at 11:30am TPT LIFE
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Sunday, Jun 22 at 11:30am TPT LIFE
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Sunday, Jun 29 at 11:30am TPT LIFE
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