Alessandro Chiarucci

Alessandro Chiarucci is a Full Professor of Applied and Environmental Botany at the Alma Mater Studiorum - University of Bologna, where he also serves as Head of the Department of Biological, Geological and Environmental Sciences. His career spans leadership roles in academia, conservation, and international scientific communities.

• Current: Full Professor and Department Head (2021-present), University of Bologna
• Previous: Associate Professor (2005-2014) and University Researcher (2001-2005) at University of Siena

His research focuses on vegetation science, community ecology, biogeography, and biodiversity conservation, with applications to area-based conservation planning. He has coordinated major projects like the BIOME Research Group and Activity 4.4 of the National Biodiversity Future Center (3.7M EUR funding).

Scientific leadership and recognition:

• President of the Italian Botanical Society (2021-2024)
• Chief Editor of Journal of Vegetation Science (2006-2021)
• Keynote speaker at international congresses (e.g., European Vegetation Survey, International Biogeographical Society)
• Member of WWF Italy Scientific Community and project evaluation panels