Professor | University of Malaga | Spain
Dr. Jaime Pereña-Ortiz is a researcher affiliated with the Universidad de Málaga, Spain, recognized for his contributions to environmental conservation, plant ecology, and the long-term management of vulnerable Mediterranean species. His scholarly work, comprising 16 peer-reviewed publications and more than 60 citations, reflects a focused expertise in biodiversity assessment, ecological monitoring, and sustainable habitat restoration strategies. Through his research, Dr. Pereña-Ortiz has explored critical ecological challenges affecting the south-eastern Iberian Peninsula, with particular emphasis on threatened species such as Maytenus senegalensis subsp. europaea, where he has contributed to integrated management frameworks designed to reverse decades of decline. His collaborative footprint spans over 70 co-authors, demonstrating a strong engagement with multidisciplinary teams across ecology, environmental sciences, conservation policy, and ecosystem management. Dr. Pereña-Ortiz’s research emphasizes evidence-based conservation planning, combining field surveys, ecological diagnostics, and adaptive management approaches to support land-use decision-making and regional biodiversity protection. Beyond academic metrics, the societal impact of his work lies in informing conservation authorities, guiding habitat recovery initiatives, and providing scientific foundations essential for safeguarding rare Mediterranean flora under increasing climatic and anthropogenic pressures. His studies contribute to enhanced ecological resilience, improved conservation outcomes, and broader understanding of species persistence in semi-arid environments. As a committed conservation scientist, Dr. Pereña-Ortiz continues to advance research that bridges scientific inquiry with practical environmental solutions, supporting the long-term preservation of ecologically significant landscapes within Spain and the broader Mediterranean region.
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Featured Publications
1. Hammana, C., Pereña-Ortiz, J. F., Meddad-Hamza, A., Hamel, T., … (2024). The Wetlands of Northeastern Algeria (Guelma and Souk Ahras): Stakes for the Conservation of Regional Biodiversity. Land, 13(2), 210.
Cited by: 9
2. Gil-Leguizamón, P. A., Pereña-Ortiz, J. F., Sánchez-Mata, D., Salvo-Tierra, Á. E., … (2024). Spatial and Temporal Dynamics of the Vegetation Cover from the Bijagual Massif, Boyacá, Colombia, during the 1986–2021 Period. Plants, 13(7), 948.
Cited by: 4
3. Pereña-Ortiz, J. F., Salvo-Tierra, Á. E., & Sánchez-Mata, D. (2023). Application of phytosociological information in the evaluation of the management of protected areas. Plants, 12(2), 406.
Cited by: 4
4. Salvo Tierra, Á. E., Pereña Ortiz, J., Cortes-Molino, Á., Rodríguez Rodríguez, D., … (2020). Modelo de evaluación de la efectividad, continuidad y conectividad del sistema de áreas protegidas costeras mediante el análisis de su flora y vegetación. Universidad Complutense de Madrid.
Cited by: 3
5. Pereña-Ortiz, J. F., Salvo-Tierra, Á. E., Cozano-Pérez, P., & Ruiz-Valero, Á. (2025). Propagating uncertainty in urban tree trait measurements to estimate socioeconomic inequities in ecosystem service accessibility: A machine learning and simulation framework. Environmental and Sustainability Indicators, 100864.
Cited by: 1
Dr. Jaime Pereña-Ortiz advances conservation science through integrated ecological research that guides the protection of threatened Mediterranean species and habitats. His work strengthens evidence-based biodiversity management, informing sustainable strategies for ecosystems facing long-term environmental pressures. His vision promotes resilient landscapes where science-driven stewardship safeguards regional and global natural heritage.