Daniela Rivarola

M. Daniela Rivarola is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department at Regis University's Regis College, specializing in ecology and conservation biology. Her research emphasizes evaluating protected areas' effectiveness in preserving natural ecosystems and understanding small mammals' interactions with biotic/abiotic components in regions like Chile, Sweden, and Patagonia, Argentina, while analyzing human disturbance impacts.

• Bachelor's in Biology from University of Comahue, Argentina
• Master's and Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from University of Tennessee

Rivarola's work bridges field research in remote ecosystems with pedagogical engagement, mentoring over 20 undergraduate students in Patagonia. Her scientific contributions focus on ecosystem dynamics and conservation strategies, though specific publications are not detailed in the provided text. Outside academia, she is a mother to two daughters, Isa and Anto.