Join us for the first of two lectures presented by Ana Celis:
Environmental Studies of Caves & Karst Terrains
Subterranean ecosystems, such as caves, cover only 19% of the terrestrial surface and therefore their ecological role is overlooked. This lecture will highlight the environmental and scientific values of cave and karst ecosystems and their relevance in global conservation discussions
- DATE: Monday, 3/3/2025
- TIME: 1:30 – 2:25pm
- PLACE: PUB Quiet Dining Room
About Ana K. Celis
Ana Celis holds a bachelor’s degree in Archaeology from Universidad Veracruzana, and a master’s degree in Coastal Oceanography from Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, México.
As a fellow at the Smithsonian in Panama, Ana developed a strong sense of commitment to create positive social impacts through her profession. She has worked for nonprofits, government agencies and the private sector in the areas of subterranean ecosystem conservation, cave archaeology and groundwater quality monitoring. Ana currently serves as director and founder of Karst Lab México. She provides consultancy services for ecosystems conservation and sustainable development in indigenous and urban-sprawl communities. She collaborates with Western Kentucky University and Mammoth Cave National Park to strengthen U.S.-México partnerships in Cave and Karst Science.
Ana is also a Professor at Universidad del Caribe, working to reduce the gender gap in STEM for marine science.
As a Humphrey Fellow at UC Davis for the 2024-25 academic year, Ana is broadening her network and knowledge with U.S. partners about coastal and groundwater resource management, and best practices to reduce gender gaps in science.
