Dr. Evelyn da Rocha Mendes Pereira
Field Director & Senior Academic Advisor | Biologist, Marine Researcher & International Education Specialist
Marine Science • Environmental Assessment • Academic Leadership • International Curriculum Development
Scientific Leadership & Academic Mentorship
Dr. Evelyn da Rocha Mendes Pereira brings together marine scientific research and more than 23 years of experience in education, curriculum development, and academic mentorship.
As a senior advisor to EcoLogicProject and a leader within its Women in Science Initiative, she helps connect scientific learning with practical field experiences, international educational opportunities, and professional development for emerging researchers.
Academic Qualifications & Research
Dr. Rocha holds a Ph.D. and master's degree in Biological Oceanography from the University of São Paulo (USP), with research interests spanning environmental monitoring, coastal ecosystems, and marine ecological assessment.
Her academic background also includes a degree in Biological Sciences from the Methodist University of São Paulo and postgraduate specialization in education and pedagogy.
Her research experience includes postdoctoral work associated with the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), integrating marine biology, environmental indicators, and ecological monitoring.
International Field Research & Environmental Consultancy
Dr. Rocha's scientific experience includes participation in Brazil's XXV Antarctic Expedition and work involving marine environmental assessment, sedimentary ecosystems, and biological indicators of environmental change.
Her professional background also encompasses technical and academic consultancy associated with environmental monitoring, impact assessment, and research evaluation.
These experiences inform her approach to field education, connecting scientific methodology with practical environmental challenges.
International Education & Curriculum Development
With more than two decades of experience in education, Dr. Rocha has contributed to instructional design, academic leadership, teacher development, and interdisciplinary curriculum planning.
Her professional development includes specialized training associated with International Baccalaureate educational frameworks.
She brings this experience to the design of learning pathways that integrate scientific inquiry, field observations, cross-cultural communication, and academic preparation.
Advancing Women in Science
Through EcoLogicProject's Women in Science Initiative, Dr. Rocha supports mentorship, scientific confidence, international academic exchange, and opportunities for women entering environmental research.
Her work helps bridge classroom learning and real-world scientific discovery, encouraging participants to develop the skills and perspective needed for meaningful careers in science.
Professional Profiles: LinkedIn | Official Lattes Research Curriculum
Academic Contact: evelyn.rocha@ufrn.br
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