Ecosystem Science and Management

Gonzalo Irisarri

I focus my interest on rangeland ecology, emphasizing understanding energy transfer within grazing systems. To conduct my research, I use satellite data to estimate aboveground net primary productivity (ANPP) and its quality. As part of my investigations, I enjoy developing apps that are accessible to everyone, helping to better understand variations in ANPP and its quality. For example, one way to assess the impact of extreme events on ANPP is by identifying their relative effect compared to historical variation at a given location (https://irisarri.users.earthengine.app/view/orth-america-plains-ndvi-anomaly). Another approach is providing eight-day estimates of crude protein content (CP%). Crude protein is a key determinant of individual intake. For instance, when CP falls below 8%, potential individual intake (equivalent to 2.5% of body weight) is significantly constrained (https://irisarri.users.earthengine.app/view/contenido-proteina-cruda).

Education

Ph.D. Agricultural Sciences 2012. Universidad de Buenos Aires. ARG
MSc natural resources management. 2008. Universidad de Buenos Aires. ARG
Agronomist. 2004. Universidad de Buenos Aires. ARG

Teaching Activities

• REWM 4900

International Activities