Research fellow
Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn
Sicily Marine Centre
Villa Pace - C.da Porticatello 29, 98167 Messina – Italia
Tel: +39 3486256952
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Supervisor: dott.ssa Teresa Romeo
Research Interests
My research focuses on the design and development of citizen science protocols aimed at monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of conservation and management measures adopted in marine protected areas, with particular reference to the Marine Protected Area of Capo Milazzo. This work is based on continuous dialogue with the local territory and its communities, encouraging the active involvement of citizens, local stakeholders, and educational institutions in processes of scientific observation and data collection. Such participation is further enhanced through the use of digital technologies and innovative communication tools, which support both data gathering and the dissemination of research outcomes.
The approach adopted integrates scientific research with public participation, thereby expanding the knowledge base that supports the protection of marine biodiversity and fostering greater collective awareness of environmental issues and the sustainability of marine ecosystems. Overall, the activities carried out are characterized by a structured and interdisciplinary approach, combining organizational and management aspects with communication and science outreach skills, and contributing to the operational coordination and implementation of the initiatives envisaged by the project.
