Liliana Pardo López

Liliana Pardo López is an esteemed researcher at the Institute of Biotechnology at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), known for her significant contributions to marine microbiology and biotechnology in the Gulf of Mexico. Born in Veracruz, she has dedicated her career to studying marine bacteria and their potential for environmental remediation, particularly in the context of oil spills and plastic degradation. Pardo has been instrumental in establishing the Gulf of Mexico Research Consortium (CiGoM), which involves over 300 researchers from various disciplines aiming to enhance the scientific understanding and protection of this biodiverse region. Her work emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as the need for increased investment in science and technology in Mexico. Pardo is also a vocal advocate for gender equality in science, encouraging more women to pursue careers in research and academia.