Lucas Alejandro
Garibaldi

Biography

Lucas Alejandro Garibaldi is an Argentine researcher renowned for his work in agroecology and biodiversity conservation. He holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering and a Ph.D. in Agricultural Sciences from the University of Buenos Aires. Garibaldi has specialized in the study of quantitative methods applied to landscape ecology and biodiversity. His research focus is on promoting sustainable productive transitions, healthy food production, and physical and mental well-being, integrating biodiversity and technology into these processes.

He has contributed to the development of innovative technologies, such as multifunctional landscape design (AgroDesign) and a platform for monitoring bees and biodiversity (Eirú). Over the past decade, he has coordinated numerous interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary working groups internationally, playing key roles in organizations such as the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), where he has served as co-chair of the assessment on Transformative Change.

Throughout his career, Garibaldi has published 199 articles, 11 books, and 27 book chapters, with his research cited over 28,000 times, reflecting his significant impact on the global scientific community. His work also extends to teaching and institutional management, where he has trained numerous students and professionals in agroecology, both in Argentina and abroad.

Committed to nature conservation and sustainability, Garibaldi and his family lead a conservation project in Argentine Patagonia, combining sustainable agricultural practices with the preservation of native plants. This commitment is also evident in his personal life, where he practices Ashtanga yoga and follows Tibetan Buddhist principles. With numerous awards and recognitions, including the Konex Award and the Golden Bee Award, Garibaldi remains an influential figure in the development of sustainable agricultural practices and global biodiversity conservation.

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