Bernat Claramunt Lopez

Bernat Claramunt Lopez is an Associate Professor at the Universitat de Barcelona in the Department of Animal Biology, Plant Biology and Ecology. His academic career includes positions at both Universitat de Barcelona and Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. He holds a PhD in Ecology (2000) and a Biology degree (1993) from Universitat de Barcelona.

• Doctorate in Ecology, Universitat de Barcelona (2000)
• BSc in Biology, Universitat de Barcelona (1993)

His research focuses on ecology, biodiversity, climate change, and conservation biology. He has contributed significantly to understanding social-ecological systems, particularly in the Pyrenees and Argentine Chaco regions. His work includes DNA metabarcoding applications in ecological studies and climate resilience strategies for mountain communities.

Recent publications highlight his work on degrowth strategies, social-ecological systems, and biodiversity surveys using passerine bird feces. He leads international research projects like LIFE PYRENEES4CLIMA, aiming to build climate-resilient mountain communities.

Professor Claramunt Lopez's research output spans over 25 years, with active contributions in 2023 and 2024. His collaborations extend globally, with a focus on European mountains and semi-arid ecosystems in South America.

He has contributed to datasets on paleoenvironmental reconstruction, bioblitzes, and alien species monitoring, reflecting his commitment to open science and ecological data sharing.