Fernanda Cecilia Aldaco Silva

FCCL-UCD, https://fccl.ucdavis.edu

• Cultivation and Care: Managed Delta Smelt, Longfin Smelt, Artemia, rotifers, and snails. Ensured optimal conditions in bio-filtered and recirculating systems for optimal fish health and growth.
• Weekend leadership: Oversaw fish care and system maintenance during weekends, handling multiple responsibilities independently and mentoring new staff.
• Fish Measurement: Lead sampling efforts for weight and length measurements, enhancing non-lethal sampling survival rates.
• Fish Tagging: Tagged over 1,300 Delta Smelt with VI Alpha tags, achieving high survival rates.
• Meters Maintenance: Provide primary care for salinity meters, dissolved oxygen meters, and turbidimeters, including the development and management of an equipment tracking database.
• Process Improvement: Introduced reusable tank cover layers to protect light-sensitive fish, improving operational efficiency.
• Staff Training and Development: Conducted training for team members on various tasks, ensuring high proficiency and operational effectiveness.

GECI, islas.org.mx

• Installed and Managed Monitoring Equipment: Over 27 cameras traps, wildlife recorders, temperature data loggers, sound systems powered by solar panels and a weather station. Conducted regular maintenance and daily monitoring of equipment.
• Behavioral and Reproductive Research: Utilized camera traps to study animal behavior and assess reproductive success.
• Presence-Absence: Deployed systematic wildlife recorders in unexplored areas to determine the presence or absence of Townsend's shearwater. Conducted nocturnal auditory surveys and led searches to locate nests.
• Restoration: Implemented social attraction systems, to support habitat restoration and facilitate re-colonization.
• Construction: Managed construction tasks related to habitat protection.
• Logistics: Transported equipment via vehicle or ATV, followed by extensive trekking.

MExCal-UABC, mex-cal.org

• Field Research and Data Collection: Assisted in ecological monitoring campaigns along the Baja California peninsula, including kelp forests (via scientific diving), rocky shores, and estuaries. Collected data on various species such as purple and red sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus purpuratus, Mesocentrotus franciscanus), whelks (Kelletia kelletii), abalones (Haliotis spp.), sea cucumbers (Parastichopus parvimensis), and macroalgae (Macrocystis pyrifera, Undaria pinnatifida, Sargassum muticum, Sargassum horneri).
• Scuba Diving and Safety: Conducted scientific dives to collect samples and ecological data. Ensured team safety by creating specific emergency safety cards, performing thorough equipment checks, and supporting dive buddies as needed.
• Logistics and Coordination: Supported field trip logistics, including communication with fishing communities and arranging transportation of materials. Assisted in organizing and managing equipment for various research projects.
• Laboratory Support: Assisted with data entry, specimen care, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Equipment Management and Maintenance: Constructed and maintained a washing and drying station for diving gear using pavers, wire mesh, and other materials. Handled heavy equipment and ensured its proper functioning.
• Collaboration and Communication: Worked closely with multiple research institutes and contributed to various collaborative projects, demonstrating strong teamwork and adaptability.

• Project Overview: Supported the project "Mortality of the Red Lobster Panulirus interruptus Due to Combined Effects of Fisheries and Climate Change," led by Ph.D. Candidate Elizabeth Jane Mansfield from Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University.
• Tank Management: Operated a recirculating system with eighteen 150-liter tanks housing red spiny lobsters (Panulirus interruptus). Responsible for daily maintenance of tanks to ensure optimal conditions.
• Data Collection: Assisted in behavioral observations, biometrics and weekly hemolymph extractions for data analysis.
• Fieldwork and Collaboration: Collected data and specimens in El Rosario, BC, working closely with the local fishing community.
• Coordination and Communication: Collaborated with researchers and local communities to ensure smooth project execution and data integrity.

• Video Production: Filmed and edited a short video documenting the process of red spiny lobster handling, from fishing to packing. Highlighted the product’s quality and the cooperative’s sustainable practices.

• Achieved Legal Recognition: Successfully led efforts for the recognition of surfing as an official sport in the State of Baja California. Collaborated with the federation (comprising all state associations) to secure national recognition, paving the way for Mexico's successful inclusion in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
• Operational Programs: Developed and presented strategic programs to stakeholders, advancing the association’s initiatives.
• Sponsorship and Logistics: Secured sponsorships and managed all logistics for competitions, including ambulances, judges, certificates, event structures, and more.
• Athlete Coordination: Organized and supported over 150 athletes, handling uniforms, schedules, transportation, and accommodations for state and national competitions in Sinaloa, Baja California, Baja California Sur, and Colima.
• Public Relations and Advocacy: Handled all association paperwork, managed public relations, and represented the association at congresses to advocate for the state’s interests.
• Fair Selection and Communication: Ensured equitable athlete selection, maintained transparent communication, and provided high support to athletes and their families.

costasalvaje.org

• Community Engagement and Events: Organized beach cleanups and awareness events in the Bahía de Todos Santos World Surfing Reserve, engaging athletes, academics, families, and government representatives.
• Educational Workshops: Coordinated and led workshops on the 'Baja California Pacific Islands Biosphere Reserve' for middle and high school students.
• Representation and Advocacy: Represented Wildcoast at various sport, cultural, and environmental events, including surfing contests and the Ensenada 'Green Expo 2016'.