UROP Leader Information Submission: Submission #113

First Name: Aidan
Last Name: Perez
Full name as you would like it to appear on the website: Aidan G. Perez
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him/Él
Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA): Miami, FL, USA
FSU email : agp21g@fsu.edu
Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP: Yes
LinkedIn URL (optional): https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidanperez/
Major(s): Biological Science
Minor(s): Chemistry
Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022): Spring 2025
What is your current research focus?:
My current research focus is looking at the prevalence of Fibropapillomatosis in green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) in Crystal River, Fl and Bimini, BS. 

Are there any other research related activities you participate(d) in?:
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Answer one of the following two questions about being a UROP Leader or your UROP background. : How has UROP impacted your time at FSU?
Please answer the question you selected above in the area provided.:
UROP has impacted my time at FSU in so many ways! It gave such a great experience and opportunity to explore my passion for marine science and ecology in such a significant way. Most importantly, it taught me how to become a better communicator, and has helped me build so many connections and friendships! I've learned so many skills from UROP, and I'm excited to provide that impact to others!

Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share:
Golf, sports, and medicine

Headshot: https://cre.fsu.edu/system/files/webform/urop_leaders_information/7681/IMG_8660.JPG
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2025Year2025: 2023
Approved: Yes
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Years as a UROP Leader: 2023-2024