People

Bruno Soares

I am an ecologist with a broad range of interests, but primarily interested in applying multiple quantitative tools to describe natural patterns and understand their underpinning processes. Most of my work is focused on the biology of Neotropical fishes and the structure of aquatic communities and food webs. I am also strongly engaged into advancing the debate on topics such as open science and diveristy, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging in academia.

Chair of the Open Science Section from the Ecological Society of America; Associate Editor of the Oecologia Australis journal.

Romullo Lima

I'm interested to understand how different human impacts influence the assemblage of communities. I have experience dealing with large datasets and performing meta-analysis.

My main hobby is to play video games and to watch movies. I recently start playing chess. I also like to do open air activities such as hiking and rollerblading. 

In Canada, I skied for the first time and it was awesome. I’m also Bruno’s friendly reminder that he should take the newcomers out for butter chicken. 

Ana Carolina Valladares

I am a researcher at the Fisheris of the State of Rio de Janeiro and a Ph.D. student at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, where I am co-advised by Érica Caramaschi and Bruno Soares. I am commited to address state demands and contributing to best practices in fish stock maintenance, aquatic biodiversity, and conservation. As a mother, I try to balance my personal life with my professional pursuits, and I find joy through hiking and connecting with the beauty of nature.