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Rodolfo Dirzo is the Bing Professor in Environmental Science at Stanford University, holding joint appointments in the Department of Biology (School of Humanities and Sciences) and the Department of Earth System Science (Doerr School of Sustainability). He serves as Associate Dean for Integrative Initiatives in Environmental Justice and Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment.
- Co-Director, INOGO Program of the Woods Institute for the Environment (2011–Present)
- Associate Chair for Diversity and Inclusion, School of Earth, Energy and Environment (2020–Present)
- Board Member, Turning Green and Stop Extinction (2020–Present)
Dirzo's research explores species interactions in tropical ecosystems, with a focus on quantifying the sixth mass extinction and its cascading effects on ecosystem services. His work spans Latin America, California, and Africa, examining defaunation, plant-animal relationships, and zoonotic disease dynamics.
Recent publications highlight his leadership in documenting the global decline of apex scavengers and their public health implications, as well as the 2024 Brazilian wildfire crisis. His lab integrates field experiments, climate change modeling, and cross-continental collaborations.
Scientific Recognition
- 2024 BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award (Ecology and Conservation Biology)
- Foreign Associate, US National Academy of Science (2004)
- Foreign Member, American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2004)
- Medal Luis Cifuentes, Mexican Federation of Biologists (2020)
Dirzo actively mentors doctoral, master's, and undergraduate students, with former advisees now leading research at institutions worldwide. He advocates for environmental education equity, co-authoring the Framework for K-12 Science Education and designing outreach programs for underserved youth.
