M. Daniela Rivarola

Daniela Rivarola is an ecologist who focuses on conservation, particularly evaluating the effectiveness of protected areas in conserving their natural ecosystems. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Comahue in Argentina, her native land. She earned her Master's in Science and her Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Tennessee. She has conducted her research in Chile, Sweden, and Patagonia, Argentina, focusing chiefly on small mammals and their interactions with biotic and abiotic components of these unique ecosystems while evaluating the effects of human activities and disturbances. Dr. Rivarola is also interested in effective education and thrives on providing essential tools to her students. During her past research, she worked with more than 20 undergraduate students, providing the opportunity for hands-on learning experiences in remote areas of Patagonia. Finally, Dr. Rivarola is also a mom of two daughters, Isa and Anto.