Ruben Dario Palacio, PhD

Biodiversity Scientist & Technical Advisor

About me

I am a Colombian biologist (PhD, Conservation Biology, Duke University) with expertise in biodiversity assessment, spatial analysis, and evidence synthesis for public decision-making.

What I Do

I help governments, NGOs, and conservation organizations make better decisions about biodiversity conservation and management.

Selected Projects

  • Farallones de Cali mining impact assessment for National Parks of Colombia.

  • Landscape connectivity mapping for San Antonio Forest Key Biodiversity Area

  • Private protected area establishment and management planning (CEPF-funded)

  • Consultant on Isometric reforestation protocol

Professional Summary

  • More than 10 years of experience in biodiversity and conservation practice and research.

  • Author of over 15 peer-reviewed publications in top journals (eg. Conservation Biology, Ecography, PNAS)

  • Founder & Scientific Director, Fundación Ecotonos

Work with Me

Interested in working with me?

Please email me with a brief description of your project/need and how you found me.

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