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OceanExpert ID: 52008

Pilar MUNOZ MUGA

Scientist

School of Marine Biology

Universidad de Valparaíso, Facultad de Ciencias del Mar, Montemar

Quick Info

Work Location

Avenida Borgoño 16344
2520000 Viña del Mar
Valparaíso
Chile

Nationality

Chile

Email(s)

Profile

Profile URL

https://3.0.oceanexpert.org/expert/52008

Persistent Digital Identifiers (UIDs)

ORCID: 0000-0001-5776-9484

Highest Degree

MSc

Job Type

Teaching/Education
Research
Extension Services (Public Awareness)

Subject Area

Biological Oceanography, Marine Ecology
Fisheries, Aquaculture

Activities

I am a marine biologist and Scientific Director of immersive experiences at the University of Valparaíso, Chile. My research focuses on the taxonomy, ecology, and biology of marine algae, as well as on ocean literacy and science communication. Since 2012, I have been Editor of the Revista de Biología Marina y Oceanografía and have led initiatives that combine marine science, education, and digital technologies to engage society with the ocean. I represent Chile in the IOC-UNESCO Group of Experts on Ocean Literacy and currently serve as President of the Chilean Society of Marine Sciences. My work bridges research, education, and community outreach to promote sustainability and the conservation of marine ecosystems.

Sea regions of study

South Pacific Ocean

Skills

Marine biodiversity research (taxonomy, ecology, biology of algae); scientific writing and editorial experience; ocean literacy and science communication; leadership in academic and outreach projects; design of immersive and digital learning experiences; community engagement for sustainability and conservation.

Working language(s)

English
German
Spanish

Citation(s)

ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Pilar-Munoz-Muga/research

Social Media

Website(s)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pilar-munoz-muga-75145921/

Created: 2022-05-20 | Last Updated: 2025-08-28