Mr. Andrés Fraiz Toma, Wetlands International, Panama
Andrés Emiliano Fraiz Toma is a 45-year-old Panamanian environmentalist dedicated to managing projects that address climate change and the restoration of wetlands, particularly mangrove ecosystems. With a strong academic background and extensive experience, he has become a key player in environmental management in Panama. 🌍
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Education
Andrés holds a Post-Graduate degree in Environmental Management from the Federal University of São Carlos, Brazil (2006-2008). He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from Campinas State University, Brazil (1999-2003) and has completed a teaching program in Biological Sciences there (1999-2004). 🎓
Experience
Since 2014, Andrés has been the Program Manager at Wetlands International, where he coordinates various environmental projects focused on vulnerability to climate change, wetland restoration, and environmental management in protected areas. He collaborates with diverse stakeholders to generate proposals and address pressing environmental issues. 🛠️
Research Interest
Andrés is particularly interested in the ecological assessment of mangroves and wetlands, climate resilience, and the application of nature-based solutions to enhance community sustainability. His research also includes evaluating the ecological state of aquatic ecosystems and improving urban resilience through innovative approaches. 📚
Award
Andrés has been recognized for his impactful contributions to environmental management, particularly in coastal and wetland restoration projects. His work has received accolades for promoting sustainable practices and biodiversity conservation in Panama. 🏆
Publication Top Notes
Carbon Stocks in Two Aquatic Marshes on the Caribbean and Pacific Coast of Panama (2024, Climate).
Physicochemical, Coliform and Agrochemical Analysis to Evaluate the Water Quality of Coastal Freshwater Wetlands in Tonosí in Panama (2024, International Journal of Environmental Impacts).
Including Local Ecological Knowledge (LEK) in Mangrove Conservation & Restoration. A Best-Practice Guide for Practitioners and Researchers (2024, Global Mangrove Alliance).
Mangroves of the Tropical Northwestern Atlantic (2024, UICN Red List).
Range extension of Isthmoheros tuyrensis, a threatened species of fish (Cichlidae) in Panama: including new ecological and morphological data (2023, Journal of Threatened Taxa).