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At the Charles Darwin Foundation, our success hinges on the dedication and expertise of our remarkable team. Meet our team today.
View more Management team Board of Directors General Assembly Directory Contact us Report a complaintJoin our team of professionals who are passionate about conserving this extraordinary archipelago. Check out our latest openings.
View job openings Volunteers Scholarships and grants Academic CollaborationsThe Charles Darwin Research Station is the largest and oldest field station in Galapagos, hosting visitors and scientists year-round.
Discover our campus Exhibition Hall Natural History Collections Public Library Conference CenterExplore the 65 year history of the Charles Darwin Foundation in the Galapagos Islands, leading science and conservation action.
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Discover our work conserving key marine species in Galapagos and the Eastern Tropical Pacific.
View our Ocean Programs Deep-ocean exploration & conservation Mangrove Ecology and Climate Change Marine biodiversity research Marine bird conservation Ocean governance Sea turtle conservation Shark ecology and conservationExplore our efforts to safeguard the Galapagos' iconic land-based fauna and flora.
View our Land Programs Conservation of threatened plant species Control of the avian vampire fly Giant tortoise conservation Landbird conservation Restoration of Arid Zones Scalesia forest restorationUnderstand how our work is grounded in the benefits nature provides to the people of Galapagos.
View our people programs Education and Community Outreach Sustainable fisheries Sustainability for Conservation Urban and rural restoration
Make a donation today to support our mission.
Learn more Donate to our Year-End campaignDonate monthly for long-term impact.
Learn moreAdopt one of these iconic Galapagos species.
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Learn moreCompanies can make a meaningful difference.
Learn moreBecome part of the history books of Galapagos.
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Discover how our science and conservation programs are making a difference for the future of Galapagos.
View moreThe latest news releases from the Charles Darwin Foundation and its Research Station.
View moreExplore firsthand accounts from our researchers, staff, and collaborators in Galapagos.
View more
At the Charles Darwin Foundation, our success hinges on the dedication and expertise of our remarkable team. Meet our team today.
View more Management team Board of Directors General Assembly Directory Contact us Report a complaintJoin our team of professionals who are passionate about conserving this extraordinary archipelago. Check out our latest openings.
View job openings Volunteers Scholarships and grants Academic CollaborationsThe Charles Darwin Research Station is the largest and oldest field station in Galapagos, hosting visitors and scientists year-round.
Discover our campus Exhibition Hall Natural History Collections Public Library Conference CenterExplore the 65 year history of the Charles Darwin Foundation in the Galapagos Islands, leading science and conservation action.
Discover our history
Discover our work conserving key marine species in Galapagos and the Eastern Tropical Pacific.
View our Ocean Programs Deep-ocean exploration & conservation Mangrove Ecology and Climate Change Marine biodiversity research Marine bird conservation Ocean governance Sea turtle conservation Shark ecology and conservationExplore our efforts to safeguard the Galapagos' iconic land-based fauna and flora.
View our Land Programs Conservation of threatened plant species Control of the avian vampire fly Giant tortoise conservation Landbird conservation Restoration of Arid Zones Scalesia forest restorationUnderstand how our work is grounded in the benefits nature provides to the people of Galapagos.
View our people programs Education and Community Outreach Sustainable fisheries Sustainability for Conservation Urban and rural restoration
Make a donation today to support our mission.
Learn more Donate to our Year-End campaignDonate monthly for long-term impact.
Learn moreAdopt one of these iconic Galapagos species.
Learn moreBe part of the movement - fundraise for us!
Learn moreCompanies can make a meaningful difference.
Learn moreBecome part of the history books of Galapagos.
Learn more
Discover how our science and conservation programs are making a difference for the future of Galapagos.
View moreThe latest news releases from the Charles Darwin Foundation and its Research Station.
View moreExplore firsthand accounts from our researchers, staff, and collaborators in Galapagos.
View more
At the Charles Darwin Foundation, our success hinges on the dedication and expertise of our remarkable team. Meet our team today.
View more Management team Board of Directors General Assembly Directory Contact us Report a complaintJoin our team of professionals who are passionate about conserving this extraordinary archipelago. Check out our latest openings.
View job openings Volunteers Scholarships and grants Academic CollaborationsThe Charles Darwin Research Station is the largest and oldest field station in Galapagos, hosting visitors and scientists year-round.
Discover our campus Exhibition Hall Natural History Collections Public Library Conference CenterExplore the 65 year history of the Charles Darwin Foundation in the Galapagos Islands, leading science and conservation action.
Discover our history
Discover our work conserving key marine species in Galapagos and the Eastern Tropical Pacific.
View our Ocean Programs Deep-ocean exploration & conservation Mangrove Ecology and Climate Change Marine biodiversity research Marine bird conservation Ocean governance Sea turtle conservation Shark ecology and conservationExplore our efforts to safeguard the Galapagos' iconic land-based fauna and flora.
View our Land Programs Conservation of threatened plant species Control of the avian vampire fly Giant tortoise conservation Landbird conservation Restoration of Arid Zones Scalesia forest restorationUnderstand how our work is grounded in the benefits nature provides to the people of Galapagos.
View our people programs Education and Community Outreach Sustainable fisheries Sustainability for Conservation Urban and rural restoration
Make a donation today to support our mission.
Learn more Donate to our Year-End campaignDonate monthly for long-term impact.
Learn moreAdopt one of these iconic Galapagos species.
Learn moreBe part of the movement - fundraise for us!
Learn moreCompanies can make a meaningful difference.
Learn moreBecome part of the history books of Galapagos.
Learn more
Discover how our science and conservation programs are making a difference for the future of Galapagos.
View moreThe latest news releases from the Charles Darwin Foundation and its Research Station.
View moreExplore firsthand accounts from our researchers, staff, and collaborators in Galapagos.
View more
Mario Albán
Field Assistant
Passionate about conservation in the Galápagos Islands, Mario joined the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) in October 2024 as a field assistant. His work focuses on the eradication and control of invasive plants, combining his expertise in identifying native and endemic species of the Galápagos. He has prior experience in similar roles with conservation institutions and NGOs, further strengthening his commitment to protecting the archipelago's unique environment.