Jesus Hernandez Valencia

Tell us about your work/ research. What kinds of things do you do?

I am a student at Stan state. I am working for my biological science degree and hope to one day specialize in medicine.
 

What sparked your initial interest in your career?

What sparked my intros in Biology is overall my love with the world and wanting to know the inter workings of it all.
 

Who influenced you or encouraged you the most?

My biggest influence would be my aunt Claudia she has always been by my side and supported me in my hardest times.
 

What element of your work/ study do you think is the most fascinating?

What I find most fascinating is the overall anatomy and philosophy of creature.
 

How did you get involved with Ocean Exploration Trust? How did you become part of the expedition team?

I was altered by my teacher of a possible opportunity to dip my feet into reasearch through stemseas.
 

What are your degrees and certifications?

Seal of biliteracy
 

What are your hobbies?

I love to swim ans enjoy most waters but i also love to garden.
 

What advice would you give someone who wants to have a career like yours?

It may be a hard mountain to climb but the view will be beautiful.