David Draper Munt is an environmental scientist specializing in restoration to monitor and mitigate environmental impacts. Holding a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, his extensive international experience spans institutions in Portugal, Spain, Ecuador, and Mozambique, contributing to projects focused on climate change, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable natural resource use. His core competencies include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and statistical analysis of ecological data, utilizing tools like ArcGIS, QGIS, R, and Python. He integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and remote sensing (RS) for complex monitoring, leveraging platforms like Google Earth Engine to process extensive geospatial datasets and develop predictive machine learning algorithms for conservation and restoration. Draper excels in international collaboration, engaging with renowned institutions across Europe and America, which enriches his projects with a global perspective. As a knowledgeable facilitator, he promotes capacity-building and training through MOOCs, workshops, and accessible publications, bridging research and sustainable management locally and globally. His multilingual skills in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French enhance his communication across diverse audiences. David Draper Munt has a robust record of scientific contributions, with publications that reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in environmental science, conservation, and ecosystem management. His research spans high impact journals and covers topics such as biodiversity conservation, genetic diversity, and the predictive models in environmental risk assessment. Notably, his work on species distribution models validated with field data has provided critical insights for selecting receptor sites in conservation translocations, published in Global Ecology and Conservation. His research on the genetic diversity of plant species, such as the threatened Ocotea species in Ecuador, highlights the importance of understanding genetic structure in conservation, with findings published in journals like Forests and Plants. Additionally, Draper's involvement in projects such as the European Red List of Trees and his research on the impacts of climate change on endangered Mediterranean plant species underscore his expertise in addressing global biodiversity challenges. His interdisciplinary studies, which combine conservation genetics, spatial modeling, and climate data, reflect his innovative approach to ecological research and demonstrate the practical applications of his work in conservation policy and habitat management. His work centers on fostering human resources to address environmental challenges and disseminating sustainable management practices. Draper aims to inspire new change agents, directly advancing applied science in climate change and vulnerable ecosystems.