Francesc Baró is an Asst. Professor and Director of a research lab at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), specializing in urban ecology, environmental justice, and nature-based solutions. With a PhD in Environmental Science and Technology, his work advances interdisciplinary environmental science through research on urban ecosystem services and green infrastructure. He has published extensively, participated in multiple scientific events, and led major EU-funded projects. Committed to societal impact, he collaborates with international policy institutions and mentors early-career researchers, while actively contributing to academic networks and editorial boards.