Dr. Rene Price | carbonate geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Florida International University, United States

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🎓 Education & Academic Foundation

Dr. René Marie Price holds a B.S. in Geology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1985), a M.S. in Environmental Sciences from the University of Virginia (1988), and a Ph.D. in Marine Geology and Geophysics from the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Miami (2001). Her diverse academic background has laid a strong foundation for her illustrious career in hydrogeology, marine sciences, and environmental research.

🏛 Administrative Leadership at Florida International University

Dr. Price has been an integral part of Florida International University (FIU), holding several key administrative positions. Since 2023, she has been serving as the Associate Dean of the University Graduate School and Associate Vice President for Research and Economic Development. From 2020 to 2023, she contributed significantly as a Faculty Fellow in the Office to Advance Women, Equity, and Diversity. Earlier, she led as the Chair of the Earth & Environment Department from 2015 to 2019, overseeing academic development and research advancements in environmental sciences.

👩‍🏫 Academic Experience & Teaching Excellence

With a passion for teaching and research, Dr. Price has been a Professor in the Earth and Environment Department and the Institute of Environment at FIU since 2015. Prior to this, she served as an Associate Professor (2008-2015) and Assistant Professor (2001-2008) in the same department. In 2011, she broadened her international experience as a Visiting Scholar at the Oceans Institute, The University of Western Australia. Her commitment to education began as a Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Miami (1995-2001).

🌊 Professional Experience in Hydrogeology & Environmental Research

Dr. Price’s expertise extends beyond academia, with extensive professional experience in hydrogeology and environmental research. She has worked as a Hydrogeologist at ERM-South, Inc. (1993-1994), Harding Lawson Associates (1992), and Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (1988-1992). Her early career involved working as a Geologist at Hydrosystems, Inc. (1986) and Goldberg, Zoino, and Associates (1984-1985). These roles have enriched her understanding of groundwater systems, marine geology, and environmental sustainability.

🏆 Professional Honors & Recognitions

Dr. Price’s outstanding contributions to geology and environmental sciences have earned her numerous accolades. She was named a Fellow of the Geological Society of America (2022) and inducted into Sigma Xi (2023). FIU has recognized her excellence with multiple awards, including the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education Award for Research (2020), Top Scholar for Significant Funding (2019), and Top Scholar for Significant Publication (2015). In 2001, she was honored with the prestigious Smith Prize for Outstanding Dissertation at UM-RSMAS, highlighting her pioneering research in marine geology.

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