Speakers

Vânia Pivello

She is a Full Professor in the Department of Ecology at the University of São Paulo (USP). She holds a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences and a master's degree in Ecosystem Ecology from USP, as well as a Ph.D. in Applied Ecology from Imperial College London. She has extensive experience in research and teaching in the field of Ecology, with an emphasis on Savanna Ecology, Biological Invasions, and Biodiversity Conservation. She has been leading several scientific projects at USP’s Landscape Ecology and Conservation Laboratory, in addition to providing technical and scientific consulting to various governmental and non-governmental organizations. She also serves as a scientific advisor for major Brazilian research funding agencies and several specialized journals.

Vânia Pivello

She is a Full Professor in the Department of Ecology at the University of São Paulo (USP). She holds a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences and a master's degree in Ecosystem Ecology from USP, as well as a Ph.D. in Applied Ecology from Imperial College London. She has extensive experience in research and teaching in the field of Ecology, with an emphasis on Savanna Ecology, Biological Invasions, and Biodiversity Conservation. She has been leading several scientific projects at USP’s Landscape Ecology and Conservation Laboratory, in addition to providing technical and scientific consulting to various governmental and non-governmental organizations. She also serves as a scientific advisor for major Brazilian research funding agencies and several specialized journals.
05 Nov

São Paulo’s Biomes, Brazil’s Natural Treasures

The biomes of the State of São Paulo represent an essential environmental, cultural, and scientific wealth for biodiversity conservation and the country’s climate balance. This panel will discuss the role of São Paulo’s biomes in ecosystem protection, water regulation, and the maintenance of environmental services, integrating scientific, institutional, and third-sector perspectives. Strategies for preservation, ecological restoration, and monitoring will be explored, highlighting research experiences and impactful projects that can serve as references for public policy and community engagement.

Climate Justice and Sociobiodiversity Stage 17:00 - 18:00