Dr. Juan Alejandro Norambuena Santibáñez holds a PhD in Natural Resources Sciences and has an outstanding career in research and university teaching. His work focuses on molecular aquatic ecology, focusing on bioindicator species such as benthic macroinvertebrates and zooplankton in freshwater ecosystems of the Chilean Northern Patagonia. With a focus on measuring the environmental impact of anthropogenic pressure, he seeks to develop tools for the management and restoration of freshwater ecosystems. Dr. Norambuena has led research projects funded by ANID and has collaborated in international initiatives with the IAEA and FAO, contributing to environmental monitoring using bioindicators. As a professor, he teaches courses in biology, cell biology, and limnology, as well as bioethics and biosafety at the Universidad de La Frontera, training professionals in interdisciplinary areas of environmental engineering, biotechnology, and natural resources. He has published numerous scientific articles in indexed journals, addressing topics such as proteomics in Daphnia pulex, the impact of heavy metals, and aquatic biodiversity. His experience also includes consultancies in ecotoxicology projects and water quality analysis, and he has contributed to the conservation of biodiversity and sustainable management of water resources.