Nuria Roura Pascual

Nuria Roura Pascual is an Interim Associate Professor in the Animal Biology Area of the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Girona (UdG). Her career spans over 15 years of academic contributions, including postdoctoral research at institutions like the Centre Tecnològic Forestal de Catalunya and the Centre for Invasion Biology in South Africa. She is affiliated with the Animal Biology Research Group and has played a pivotal role in advancing invasion ecology through interdisciplinary approaches.

• PhD in Ecology (University of Girona, 2006)
• Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (2007-2010 at C·I·F·A·S, 2009-2010 at CTEF-FEF)

Her research focuses on biological invasions, integrating ecological niche modeling, dispersal dynamics, and human factors to understand invasive species distribution. She has pioneered risk analysis frameworks for invasive species management and developed decision-making tools for conservation strategies in regions like the Cape Floristic Region. Her work emphasizes collaboration between scientists and local managers to implement effective control measures.

As an editorial board member of journals including Frontiers of Biogeography and Biological Invasions, she contributes to advancing scientific discourse. Her scholarship has been recognized through invitations to international workshops and leadership in interdisciplinary projects.

Contact: nuria.rourapascual@udg.edu