Seminar

Action research in the Peruvian Amazon - introducing the work of the Wyss Academy for Nature

This seminar is about the work of the Wyss Academy for Nature, a new research institution based in Switzerland, in Latin America. The talk will delve into the action research methods they employ, focusing on the intricate relationship between humans and nature within various landscapes. It will uncover the challenges, methodologies, and potential collaborations to drive positive change in Latin America and beyond.

Organised by Laboratory of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing, Plant Production Systems
Date

Thu 23 January 2025 14:30 to 16:00

Venue Radix, building number 107
Droevendaalsesteeg 1
107
6708 PB Wageningen
+31 (0) 317 - 48 60 01
Room W01

About the presenter:

Prof. Dr. Armando Valdés-Velásquez is Senior Advisor at the Wyss Academy's Hub South America, supporting them in addressing landscape challenges through scientific and intervention processes. With a PhD in Zoology and Geography from the University of Bonn, Germany, his expertise lies in exploring the intricate connections between humans and nature. As an advocate for the harmonious coexistence of humanity and the natural world, he believes in shaping a sustainable future by understanding the interrelationships between these components and using transformative science and action to enhance them. He is a full professor at the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, leads the Laboratory in Ecohealth and Urban Ecology, and serves on the Advisory Board for the Latin-American Centre for Climate Change and Health (CLIMA).