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Dr. Felipe Aburto is an assistant professor at Texas A&M University, where he focuses on soil science and its impact on agriculture and the environment. In 2023, he was chosen as a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) E. Kika De La Garza research fellow. His journey started in his home country of Chile, where he earned multiple degrees and gained valuable experience in natural resources. These fields are essential in addressing today’s agricultural challenges, particularly the need for increased diversity and awareness of soil science among students.