Patricia is an expert in marine conservation, with experience in the formulation and execution of evaluation projects and population dynamics, with emphasis on applied ecology of marine ecosystems and fisheries management. She has worked in the development of monitoring methodologies and the evaluation of projects on the impact of tourism and has directed and incidental fisheries on vulnerable species and protected sites. She also has competencies for academic teaching and the training of multidisciplinary groups. Additionally, she actively participates as an advisor on marine issues for various workgroups and technical-scientific committees at the national and international level.