BHon Biomedical Science
Bachelor's Degree
| Status | Complete |
|---|---|
| Part Time | No |
| Years | 2006 - 2007 |
| Awarding Institution | Robert Gordon University |
Dr Carlos Pestana's Qualifications (4)
BSc Applied Biology
Bachelor's Degree
Status Complete Part Time No Years 2004 - 2007 Project Title Effect of growth media on toxin synthesis in the tropical cyanobacterium Cylindrospermopsis raciborskii Project Description Project investigated the effect of three different growth media and temperature conditions on the synthesis of cylindrospermopsn in Cylindrospermopsis raciborskii.
MSc in Instrumental Analytical Methods - Environment
Master of Science [MSc]
Status Complete Part Time No Years 2007 - 2008 Project Title Assessing the impact of cyanobacterial signalling compounds on microcystin synthesis in Microcystis aeruginosa Project Description The thesis investigated the effect of allelopathic compounds on microcystin production in cyanobacteria. Awarding Institution Robert Gordon University Director of Studies Linda Lawton Second Supervisor Christine Edwards
PhD in Environmental Science
Doctor of Philosophy [PhD]
Status Complete Part Time No Years 2008 - 2012 Project Title Monitoring and controlling cyanobacterial metabolites (microcystin and geosmin) in aquatic systems Project Description Thesis explored various means of monitoring and controlling cyanobacteria and their metabolites in fresh water systems, including allelopathy, photocatalysis over titanium dioxide, and remote sampling. Awarding Institution Robert Gordon University Director of Studies Linda Lawton Second Supervisor Christine Edwards Additional Supervisor Radhakrishna Prabhu Thesis Monitoring and regulating cyanobacterial metabolites (microcystins and geosmin) in aquatic systems.