Daniel Castro Email & Phone Number

Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States

Spent time working in both the Microbiology and Chemistry departments. As a Chemistry Technologist, specialization is in HPLC and LCMS-MS extraction and testing e.g. fat-soluble vitamins, mycotoxins, patulin, melamine & cyanuric acid and other food toxins. HPLC and LCMS-MS extraction techniques include liquid-liquid extractions, immunoaffinity concentration, Catchers method, etc. FDA certified for Interstate Milk Shipping Vitamin analysis. As a Research Assistant, responsible for conducting matrix, enrichment ratio, and detection limit studies using PCR and enzyme-based technologies. Performed modifications of AOAC performance tested methods and prepared subsequent results for AOAC and A2LA approval. Beta tested new technologies for the use in the food industry such as MALDI-TOF technology. Extensive experience working with BSL-2 organisms and FDA and USDA confirmation procedures. Developed Beta-Glucan & Mannose testing for clients, which included creating a standard operating procedure, bench sheets, and quality control samples.

Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States

Aseptically prepared food and environmental samples for pathogen detection in accordance with AOAC methods. Worked independently and as part of a team to provide clients with rapid and reliable results. Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment as necessary.

Molecular And Integrative Physiology, Mass Spectrometry, Phd

Master'S Degree, Molecular And Integrative Physiology

Bachelor'S Degree, Biochemistry