Danilo Malara
Marine Biologist and ecologist with over 15 years of experience in scientific research at research institutions, specializing in trophic ecology, telemetry, and fisheries. Ph.D. in Aquaculture from James Cook University (Australia). Experience in designing and conducting experiments, data analysis, and publication of scientific results in international journals. Strong passion for marine conservation and sustainable use of ocean resources. Author and co-author of 35 scientific publications, 21 of which have been published in peer-reviewed international journals
Key skills:
Scientific Research: Design and conduct experiments, data analysis, report writing, and scientific publications in peer-reviewed international journals.
Collaboration: Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, interact with stakeholders, and effectively communicate scientific results to both specialized and non-specialized audiences.
Technical Skills: Experience in telemetry, genetic analysis, biological sampling, scientific diving, and advanced data analysis (statistical modeling, GIS, R).
Specific Knowledge: Trophic ecology, age and growth, movement ecology, sustainable fisheries, aquaculture
Research Support:
Delegated supervisor of underwater activities: Supervision and coordination of underwater activities, ensuring the safety and efficiency of operations.
Technical support for underwater activities: Conducting visual censuses of fish fauna, monitoring Posidonia oceanica and Pinna nobilis, collecting data and samples.
Technical and logistical support: Setting up laboratories, preparing equipment and materials for research activities.
Technical support for sea sampling: Participation in sampling campaigns on board various vessels, using specific equipment for data and sample collection of fishery dependent and independent data.
Technical support for sampling with invasive and non-invasive tools: Use of fishing gear (longline, trawl, etc.), satellite tag deployment, and non-invasive techniques (eDNA, BRUVs, etc.) for data and sample collection.
Technical support in the laboratory: Dissection of fish and cephalopods, collection of biological samples for genetic, histological, and biochemical analyses.
Technical support for data analysis: Processing and analysis of data from various research projects, with a particular focus on trophic ecology, microplastics, movement ecology, and life history.
Administrative Support:
Procurement: Researching and evaluating suppliers for the purchase of consumables and equipment, negotiating prices and conditions.
Committee Secretary: Participating in committees for the recruitment of personnel at the Anton Dohrn Zoological Station, drafting minutes and documents.
Inventory and Equipment Management: Cataloging and maintaining laboratory equipment, drafting technical data sheets and user manuals.