Dr. Vanessa Lopez Quiles has a Bachelor of Science with a Major in Biology with an emphasis on Biomedical Sciences and a Master's and a Doctorate degree in Business Administration. In addition, she is certified in Proposal Writing and Preparation and Fund Management. Dr. Lopez-Quiles has worked as Research Administrator, Co-Project Director, Administrative Assistant, Research Assistant, Project Coordinator, Grant Co-Director, Project Manager, Collaborator, Internal Evaluator and Consultant. During her undergraduate years and in proposals, she has participated in multiple investigations that allowed her to acquire knowledge and skills. Dr. López-Quiles has worked on all levels of the Grant and contract Cycles. It should be noted that the projects where she has worked have met the goals and objectives of the proposals. In addition, she has handled many proposals of budgets exceeding one million dollars and has managed over 12 million dollars in external funds during the last 7 years. Dr. Lopez-Quiles has extensive experience in managing external funds sponsored by federal, state, foundation and private agencies. Furthermore, she has worked on projects aimed at improving the academic achievement of college students, Develop Highly Qualified Teacher, strengthen the skills and knowledge of university students, ecological restoration, among others.