Dani Boix Masafret

Dani Boix Masafret is a Senior Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and a leading researcher at the Institute of Aquatic Ecology, University of Girona. With a career spanning since 2010, he focuses on aquatic community ecology, particularly Mediterranean temporary ponds, analyzing biotic-abiotic interactions, trophic networks, and biodiversity drivers.

• Education: PhD in Environmental Sciences (2000) and MSc in Biology (1992) from the University of Girona.

His research emphasizes metacommunity resilience, environmental restoration, and conservation of Mediterranean wetlands. Key projects include Horizon 2020’s PONDERFUL and national initiatives on coastal system recovery.

Recent publications highlight zooplankton network complexity, invasive species modeling, and climate change impacts on temporary ponds. He serves as Associate Editor for Annales de Limnologie and Hydrobiologia, and has co-edited special volumes on pond ecology.

Boix has directed 7 PhD theses, including studies on trophic networks, biodiversity in man-made wetlands, and invasive species dynamics. His work bridges ecological theory, applied restoration, and multi-taxa conservation strategies.