Monica Gagliano

Monica is a research scientist renowned for her pioneering work in plant communication, cognition, and subjectivity. Recognized as one of Biohabitats’ 24 most “Inspiring Women of Ecology,” alongside Jane Goodall and Rachel Carson, her research challenges conventional boundaries of intelligence and inspires new ways of relating to the natural world. Monica’s contributions include numerous influential scientific papers and books, including Thus Spoke the Plant (North Atlantic Books, 2018) and The Mind of Plants (co-editor with John C. Ryan and Patrícia Vieira. Synergetic Press, 2021). She is a Research Associate Professor (Adjunct) in evolutionary ecology in Australia and a free-roaming explorer bridging Western and Indigenous Science to develop innovative approaches to planetary challenges. More information: www.monicagagliano.com.