Hi, I’m Monica.

I am a soil ecologist and science policy and communication specialist.

Work & Interests

Science Policy

I am a Science Policy Coordinator for the Soils for Europe (SOLO; soils4europe.eu) working at the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) in Leipzig, Germany. I collaborate with researchers across Europe to change environmental policy. For the Soil Biodiversity Observation Network (SoilBON) project, I coordinate soil sampling efforts across the globe to investigate the soil health and biota in protected & unprotected landscapes. In my personal research, investigate the interactions of soil arthropods in changing landscapes.

Research Interests

I am broadly trained in soil food web ecology, entomology, & integrative pest management. I research the effects of anthropogenic environments on communities of arthropods, especially, soil mites. My first academic career is Studio Art and I use this in my communication work in soil organisms.

  • Over 10 yrs experience

    In college-level teaching

  • 5+ years working

    Across different media for sci comm

  • Community Advocate

    For a more inclusive world

Science Policy &
Communication

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Experience

Soil & Arthropod
Ecology Research

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Art &
Illustration

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Get in Touch!

I am always looking to meet potential collaborators and students. Write me if you are interested in a project in soils ecology, mites, or science communication.