Mª Rosa Pino Otín

Mª Rosa Pino Otín serves as Associate Professor at San Jorge University's Faculty of Health Sciences, currently directing the Doctoral Commission for the Doctoral Program in Environment and leading the Institute for Environmental Research. Her academic career includes prior roles as Vice-Dean of Research (2011-2019), director of the Government of Aragon-recognized GIMACES research group (2009-2014), and coordinator of the Master's program in Environmental Business Management (2007-2012).

Her educational credentials comprise a PhD in Biological Sciences from the University of Barcelona and a Master's in Environmental Engineering from the University of Zaragoza:

• PhD: Biological Sciences, University of Barcelona
• Master: Environmental Engineering, University of Zaragoza

Dr. Pino Otín's research critically examines environmental health intersections through Environmental Sciences, Ecotoxicology, Microbiology, and Climate Change. Her methodologies integrate laboratory analysis with field studies to assess pollution impacts on ecosystems and public health, particularly focusing on microbial responses to environmental stressors and climate adaptation strategies.

She maintains active leadership in research infrastructure as a member of the Government of Aragon Reference Group Eco2CHEM-GATHERS (E39_20R), building upon her foundational work with the GIMACES research group. Her academic validations include a teaching quinquenio from San Jorge University and three research sexenios from the Government of Aragon, alongside positive ANECA evaluations for teaching roles dated October 30, 2013.

Dr. Pino Otín has directed 7 doctoral theses and secured extensive research funding through 66 R&D projects: 42 competitive grants from public/private entities and 24 non-competitive contracts. Her project portfolio demonstrates consistent success in environmental monitoring, pollution remediation, and climate impact assessment initiatives.