Albert Calbet

Albert Calbet is a marine researcher at the Institute of Marine Sciences, CSIC, in Barcelona, Spain, specialized in the ecology and ecophysiology of zooplankton. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of the role of zooplankton in marine food webs. Albert earned his Ph.D. in Marine Sciences in 1993 from the Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM), CSIC, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. At ICM, he has held various positions, including Deputy Director.

Albert has published over 130 peer-reviewed articles, authored several books and book chapters, and actively participated in scientific conferences worldwide. He has also been involved in teaching and mentoring students at the Ph.D., Master’s, and undergraduate levels. His research has been supported by prestigious institutions, and he has served as a reviewer for funding agencies and on the editorial boards of high-impact scientific journals. Dedicated to science outreach, he manages several web pages and engages with the public through social media, outreach articles, conferences and books.