Dr. Ramon Aravena

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Biography

Ramon Aravena is a Research Professor in Earth Environmental Sciences at the University of Waterloo, specializing in isotope hydrology and geochemistry. With over 20 years of experience, he has been involved in numerous groundwater studies across Latin America, Canada, and the United States. His current research focuses on groundwater contamination resulting from agricultural and urban activities, utilizing environmental isotopes to trace the sources and processes affecting contaminants. Aravena has conducted significant research on groundwater resources and their protection, studying the effects of nitrates and organic compounds. He has served as a reviewer for several scientific journals and is a member of multiple professional associations, including the Association of International Hydrogeologists and the National Groundwater Association. He has also been involved with the International Atomic Energy Agency on isotope hydrology research and is affiliated with the Water Institute.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Waterloo

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Strong background in Statistics
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Specialization Notes

Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.