Áurea Ciotti

Áurea Ciotti is a researcher at the Centro de Biologia Marinha da Universidade de São Paulo (CEBIMar), specializing in marine biology and the effects of microalgae on aquatic ecosystems. She has contributed significantly to the understanding of harmful algal blooms, particularly the phenomenon of 'maré vermelha', which is caused by the microalga Mesodinium rubrum. Ciotti's work is crucial in monitoring such events and assessing their impact on marine life and public health.