About
As a scientist with a deep passion for ecology and biodiversity management, I have honed my expertise in species distribution and dispersal through diverse professional experiences. My work spans both natural migrations and human-facilitated introductions, some of which result in biological invasions. I am driven by a profound curiosity about the causes and consequences of species movements, regardless of the taxa involved. This has allowed me to work across a wide range of models, including trees, birds, fish, and, most recently, ants—each project continues to fuel my excitement for discovery. My enthusiasm for science goes beyond research, as I am equally passionate about communicating findings and sharing knowledge with others.
Graduated from a national school in Agronomy (Montpellier SupAgro), I specialize at the University of Montpellier (Faculty of Sciences) by obtaining the Master's degree in "Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution" course "Engineering in Ecology and Biodiversity Management" . After three years of research within the UMR ECOBIOP on the evolution of migration in a fish introduced in Antarctica, I obtained a doctoral degree in "Biology and Physiology of Organisms". Today, I hold a position as a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Lausanne, where I work on the ants' biogeography and the consequences of the exotic species movement.
Through my studies and professional experiences, I have developed strong competencies in scientific methodology, project management, budget oversight, report and article writing, and the acquisition and transmission of knowledge. I also excel in both oral and written communication. I bring energy and enthusiasm to organizing events for all types of audiences, whether they are beginners or experts. I'm always eager to create engaging materials, host information stands, or present research at national and international conferences.
I am particularly passionate about involving various stakeholders in the projects I lead, finding that interactions with local communities—and broader audiences—are consistently enriching. My multidisciplinary background enables me to approach man-environment challenges from multiple perspectives, whether that of citizens, farmers, local authorities, research institutions, or environmental stakeholders like hunters and fishers.
As an ecologist and nature enthusiast, I have also cultivated excellent field skills, including telemetry (birds, fish), electric fishing, and forestry surveys. These practical abilities, combined with my theoretical expertise, allow me to contribute meaningfully to both research and applied environmental management.
I am currently engaged in a research project on the biogeography of ants in Cleo Bertelsmeier's group, but not only ! With other researchers, we are organized the last conference on social insects which had taken place in Lausanne in 2024. To find out more about my past, present or future commitments, I invite you to take a look at my BLOG (building in process).
