Tag: Geography

Lorena Benítez Ramírez

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Meet Lorena Benítez Ramírez, a scientist and geographer specializing in remote sensing, food security, and climate change, working at the Geography Institute at Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ). Passionate about nature and meticulous in her work, Lorena is focused on understanding land-use dynamics and coverage in Galapagos agroecosystems. Her research identifies key socio-environmental factors impacting sustainability and aims to create strategies that enhance resilience in these systems facing climate change. “I would love for everyone to participate in my research, as sharing experiences, results, and receiving direct feedback from those actively working in agriculture in the islands is essential,” Lorena shares.

Call to Action:

We invite members of the Galapagos agricultural community to participate in Lorena Benítez Ramírez’s research. Let’s share insights and experiences that contribute to a more resilient and sustainable agriculture in the islands.

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Geography, Remote Sensing, Agroecosystems, Food Security, Climate Change, Galapagos

Francisco Laso

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Meet Francisco Laso, a Professor passionate about Agricultural Area Monitoring, Food Systems Education, and Interdisciplinary Data Management. He is currently affiliated with Western Washington University and is committed to developing cartographic tools, securing funding for collaborative projects, and creating educational materials. According to Francisco, “What motivates me the most is the opportunity to improve communication between farmers and scientists to avoid duplication of efforts and promote sustainability in Galapagos.”

A group of people around a drone that is taking off.
Francisco teaching locals and conservation scientists how to map agricultural areas in Galapagos with a drone (Photo: Stephen Blake).

Call to Action:

Explore the Galapagos Science Center Dataverse, a key resource for accessing data that supports research and conservation in Galapagos.

Tags:

Agriculture, Conservation, Education, Geography, Galapagos, Cartography, GIS