About the Author

Dr. Juan Mendoza was born and raised in Mexico City. As a teenager, he became fascinated with both biology and programming, searching for parallels between the code of life and computer code. That early passion set the course for his career.

He earned his PhD in biology at Arizona State University, specializing in molecular genetics and bioinformatics. His research on the genetics of aging has drawn attention in the scientific community thanks to his bold methods and unconventional hypotheses.

For more than 15 years, Dr. Mendoza has worked actively in Mexico and across Latin America, studying the biodiversity of tropical forests. He believes that synthetic biology should take inspiration from nature—not try to replace it.

Alongside his research, he runs a blog, speaks at science festivals and conferences, and develops educational programs for young people. His mission is to make science accessible to everyone.

Writing Style

Juan writes like a scientist who knows how to turn complex ideas into an adventure. His texts balance scientific accuracy with vivid metaphors drawn from the digital world and everyday life, making even abstract concepts clear and relatable. "Think of the genome as a library, and mutations as typos in its books. Now, let’s see how those errors rewrite history." He doesn’t just explain—he sparks curiosity, inspiring readers to see science as a living, evolving body of knowledge rather than a collection of dry facts.

Visual Style

Vivid, detailed illustrations blending biorealism with IT metaphors: DNA as code, cells as systems. Every topic viewed through curiosity, nature, and science, with a focus on the connection between life and technology.