Verónica Rocha-Villarreal
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Nuevo Leon, Mexico
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STEM Training & Learning SpecialistAmerican Institute of MonterreyAug 2023 - Current (3 years)Designed and delivered bilingual training programs, workshops, and digital learning materials. Facilitated live training sessions, presentations, and onboarding-style support for diverse audiences. Simplified complex scientific and technical concepts through clear instructional content and communication.- STEM Training & Learning SpecialistTecnologico de MonterreyMar 2023 - Nov 2023 (9 months)Adjunt professor in the Engineering and Sciences Department at Tec de Monterrey. Led research initiatives and projects, guiding biotechnology majors through complex scientific concepts and hands-on laboratory techniques, which enhanced their practical skills and academic proficiency.
- STEM Training & Learning SpecialistMadison International School Campus La HerraduraAug 2019 - Aug 2023 (4 years 1 month)Designed and executed interactive lesson plans for math and science, successfully engaging students with hands-on activities and experiments that improved comprehension and fostered a love for learning. Utilized innovative teaching strategies and technology to differentiate instruction, addressing diverse learning styles and ensuring equitable educational outcomes for all students. Implemented effective classroom management techniques and built strong relationships with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation and achievement.
- Scientific EditorTecnologico de MonterreyJan 2018 - Jun 2026 (8 years 6 months)Edited and reviewed scientific and technical documentation for international publications. Translated complex technical information into clear, structured content for diverse audiences. Managed multiple concurrent projects while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
- Training & Learning SpecialistALFA FUNDACIÓNJan 2018 - Dec 2019 (2 years)Simplified complex scientific and mathematical concepts through clear instructional content and communication.
- Summer Research InternUniversidade Federal de PelotasMay 2017 - Aug 2017 (4 months)Conducted biotechnology research contributing to peer-reviewed publications in maize processing. Collaborated with international research teams in interdisciplinary projects.
- Summer Research InternCIMMYTJun 2016 - Jul 2016 (2 months)Research at CIMMYT's Maize Nutritional Quality Laboratory as part of my Master´s thesis
- Maize Project Manager at ITESMTecnologico de MonterreyJan 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years 8 months)Coordinated research and development projects with industry partners, including Kellogg Company and CIMMYT. Managed project timelines, stakeholder communication, and technical documentation. Supported cross-functional collaboration between academic and industry teams.
- Research AssistantRice UniversityJul 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year 1 month)Zhong´s Worm lab at Rice Biosciences Department C.elegans: • Performed effective high-throughput mapping of body size genes, screening around 5,000 gene interactions. • Designed, performed and confirmed, by PCR, 11 genetic crosses. • Designed and created two libraries of human orthologous genes. • Tested effects of breast cancer drug brc-1 mutant worms. • Perfomed trial fitness assays for both body size and sex-ratio worm mutants.
- Student InternRice UniversityJun 2013 - Dec 2013 (7 months)Zhong´s Worm Lab at Rice Biosciences Department. • Designed and implemented three improvements in high-throughput mapping of body size genes in C. elegans, recovering 94% more data.
- Student InternITESM CAMPUS MONTERREYJun 2010 - May 2013 (3 years)- Assisted in developing germination, regeneration and transformation protocols for a local pepper variety. - Performed plasmid purification and insertion, by electroporation, into Agrobacterium (vector). - Performed Agrobacterium transformation, selection, and regeneration of pepper plants. - Performed plant DNA extraction, digestion, and PCR confirmation of transformation. - Assisted in the growth and maintenance of human and mice cells.
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- Master of Science (M.S, BiotechnologyTecnologico de MonterreyJan 2016 - Dec 2018 (3 years)Acquired advanced analytical skills and a deep understanding of biotechnology through rigorous coursework and research, specializing in cutting-edge techniques and innovative solutions for biological and biochemical challenges in grains. Discovery of Functional Properties for Sustainable Production of Yellow Maize Grits and Kernels Thesis: "Effect of hydrothermal treatment on physicochemical and nutritional properties of yellow maize". First author of 2 original scientific articles and 1 review.
- Bachelor of Science (BS, Biotechnology Engineering - Molecular BiologyTecnologico de MonterreyJan 2009 - Dec 2014 (6 years)• Poster “Myopia incidence in student population of Tecnológico de Monterrey” in CIAFN Congress, 2014. • Molecular Biology Certificate by ITESM – 2014 • Working Experience Certificate by MEP-ITESM – 2014 • Student Development Diploma by ITESM – 2014 • Coordinator of the “Biopardy” biotechnology knowledge contest – 2013 • “Alma Máter” price for creating the philanthropic event “La Cepa Dorada” – 2012 • Colaborator in Simbiosis 5´congress – 2012
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- AChanges in soft-textured blue maize (Zea mays L.) by differential parboiling treatmentApplied Food ResearchJan 2026
- CNovel method for detecting and quantifying residual bran and germ tissues in refined maize gritsCereal ChemistryDec 2021This study developed a quick and inexpensive de- tection method that uses a combination of heat, dyes, and a scanner to directly identify germ, pericarp, and aleurone residues in refined maize grits.
- iChapter 4: Influence of amylose content in processed starch and starchy edible materialsin book Amylose Properties structure and functions Nova Science Publishers IncFeb 2020The amylose content is determinant in the cooking and eating qualities of many starchy foods. However, processing often leads to physical and chemical modifications that alter the properties of the starch. Physical modifications of starch result from the effects or combination of temperature, moisture, pressure, irradiation and shear force; and are frequently classified as thermal and non-thermal modifications. These modifications usually affect the size and solubility of the starch granules. In contrast, chemical modifications involve changes in the starch molecule by introducing functional groups, cross-linking, acetylation, oxidation, and acid hydrolysis being the most commonly reported. Since physical modifications of starch do not invo
- FHydrothermal treatment of maize: Changes in physical, chemical, and functional propertiesFood ChemistryMay 2018The objective of this work was to assess the effects of a traditional parboiling treatment on physical, chemical and functional properties of yellow maize kernels. The proper implementation of this hydrothermal treatment could lead to significant enhancements in nutritional and functionality of maize products.
- CEffects of parboiling and other hydrothermal treatments on the physical, functional, and nutritional properties of riceCereal ChemistryJan 2018: Parboiling is a hydrothermal treatment, rarely used in cereals other than rice, which consists in three sequential steps: grain conditioning or soaking, cooking, and drying. The aim of this process was to partially gelatinize the starch to seal fissures/cracks and therefore improve milling yield. This review aims to discuss the reported effects of parboiling and similar hydrothermal treatments on the physicochemical, nutritional, processing, and storage properties of rice but mostly of other cereals.