Pilar Vergeli
PhD Candidate, School of Earth and Space Exploration
Contact: pvergeli@asu.edu
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Research Interests: I am interested in astrobiology, particularly early Earth
photochemistry and exoplanetary ecosystems. I conduct photogeochemical experiments to understand the possible effects of Archean iron (Fe) photo- oxidation on Earth and potentially elsewhere. I also use network modeling of metagenomic data to better understand statistically distinguishable properties of ecosystems and if those properties are predictable based on planetary environment. Education: B.S. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, minor in Astrobiology and a B.S. in Retailing and Consumer Sciences, minor in Business Administration from the University of Arizona in Tucson. Personal: In my spare time, I like learning about and cooking interesting meals. I also enjoy traveling and experiencing other cultures through their history, food and art. |