Lopez, Dante Andre

Dante Andre Lopez

Current Institution: The University of Texas at San Antonio

Hometown: Reynosa, Mexico

 

Fields of Interest:

Bioinformatics and Genomics

Medical Genetics- Human and Animal

Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Genetics

 

When and how did you realize that you wanted to study Genetics & Genomics?

Since I took my first Genetics course in my community college.

Why did you choose the Genetics & Genomics Ph.D. program at A&M?

The structure of the program and the interdisciplinarity of it made me realize that this type of program was the perfect fit for me.

If you were free to choose anything, what research question/topic would you like to address for your graduate studies?

Epigenetic changes that interact with cognitive processes and disorders

Fun Facts:

  • What would be your dream job after graduation from the program?

Post doc position in Europe.

  • Do you have any pets? If so, please tell us about them.

A schnauzer name Tuti, she lives in Mexico with my parents, she loves to bark to every single person that crosses her sight.

  • Favorite place you have travelled to.

Guadalajara, Mexico.