J. Peñuelas

Prof. Peñuelas is one of the most respected ecologists worldwide, renowned for his outstanding research in climate change and environmental sciences. His remarkable multidisciplinary scientific career has yielded exceptional contributions, leading the scientific community to consider him one of the fathers of global ecology. Among them, he is internationally acclaimed for his seminal work in unveiling and understanding the slowdown of natural carbon sinks, highlighting the urgent need for accelerated decarbonization to address the climate change emergency. Furthermore, Prof Peñuelas has elucidated the mechanisms governing the utilization of carbon, nutrients, and oxygen, explaining the distribution and functioning of organisms and their responses to global change. He pioneered remote sensing techniques for assessing ecosystem structure and functioning, identified the ecological and climatic impacts of biogenic volatile organic compounds, and introduced metabolomics to ecology. His interdisciplinary approach has fostered collaborations across various scientific domains, enhancing the understanding of complex ecological processes. His groundbreaking research and mentoring provide critical insights for developing strategies to mitigate climate change and adapt to its impacts. Furthermore, his dedication to integrating scientific research with practical sustainability efforts has profoundly impacted the scientific community and policymaking.
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