Environment
A New Face for Regional Conservation
The NAT
The San Diego
Natural History Museum is redoubling its commitment to conservation with the hiring of Dr . Michelle E . Thompson , the museum ’ s new - and first - Exequiel Ezcurra Director of Conservation Biology . The fully endowed position was funded by anonymous donors , who requested it be named in recognition of Dr . Exequiel Ezcurra .
Thompson , who is fluent in English and Spanish , will steer The Nat ’ s conservation research strategy . Her posting will
Exequiel Ezcurra transform the museum ’ s ability to have direct conservation impacts in Southern California and the Baja California Peninsula .
“ During this critical time for the future of biodiversity in our region , we are tackling the challenge of species and habitat declines head on ,” President and CEO Judy Gradwohl shared with GB Magazine . “ Michelle ’ s ability to translate data and science into action will accelerate our work to address the region ’ s conservation needs , set priorities and engage the community throughout our mission area and beyond .”
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