Assistant Professor · Universidad Católica del Maule · company speakers →
Patricia Silva-Flores is a Chilean biologist and Assistant Professor at the Centro de Investigación en Estudios Avanzados del Maule (CIEAM), Universidad Católica del Maule in Talca, Chile. She leads the Fungal and Mycorrhizal Ecology group, where her research explores plant–fungal symbioses, fungal and mycorrhizal diversity, ecological restoration, sustainable agriculture, and art–science intersections. Her work bridges basic and applied science through interdisciplinary projects across Latin America and Europe. A passionate mentor and outreach scientist, she integrates student training and public engagement into every stage of the research process. Patricia serves as Director of Communications and board member of the International Mycorrhiza Society (IMS) and is part of global initiatives such as the South American Mycorrhizal Research Network and SPUN. With a PhD in Botany, an MSc in Evolution, Ecology and Systematics, and a Biology degree, her academic path has taken her through several countries, always advocating for fungi and mycorrhizas as key components of natural systems.
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