Meet our science team – Biologists

Mateo Roldan

Research and biology director at Mashpi Lodge

Mateo Roldán joined the Mashpi team in 2018 to continue the work of Mashpi’s numerous parabiologists, as well as to seek out new research alliances and opportunities. Mateo is an ecologist and has a Masters of Science in Socio-environmental Studies. He studied in Argentina, Germany, and Ecuador. His main interest lies in understanding and exploring ways to balance human livelihoods with healthy and thriving ecosystems. He has experience both in the public and private sectors, in office and field research. He has worked as a skilled mountain guide, environmental planner, and administrator of city-based parks. He loves the outdoors, adventure sports, traveling, and getting to experience different cultures from around the world.