Researcher & PhD candidate Karen Soacha (EMBIMOS, ICM-CSIC - UOC) investigates citizen science, governance, ethics, and knowledge management for sustainable development, focusing on technologies and infrastructures. Involved in EU (GUARDEN, ECS, RIECS) and previous (Cos4Cloud, PANELFIT) projects. Co-leads RICAP, member of CSGP/WESR-UNEP. Previously led participatory science at Humboldt Institute (Colombia). Extensive experience (20+ yrs) managing research, infrastructure, and environmental projects, including community based initiatives. Over 6 years as university lecturer in environmental sustainability and project management. Holds a PhD (ongoing) in Information and Knowledge Society (UOC), an MSc in Sustainable Development and Environment (Universidad de Manizales, 2017), a Postgraduate Diploma in Natural Resources Management (Universidad Distrital, 2011), and a BSc in Environmental Engineering (Universidad Central, 2010).