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Dra. Jeanne Simon Rodgers
Adjunct Researcher
Biography
Dr. Jeanne Simon is a faculty member and researcher at the Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR) in Chile. As a political scientist, her work focuses on the socioeconomic sustainability of aquaculture governance. With extensive experience in public policy and governance, she has participated in projects addressing climate change adaptation in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors, as well as the analysis of collaborative governance processes. She is also committed to educating and mentoring the next generation of researchers in the fields of public policy and the governance of common-pool resources. Her work at INCAR positions her among the few political scientists specializing in the governance of the aquaculture sector.
Degrees and Academic Qualifications
- B.A. in Political Science , University of Colorado, USA.
- Ph.D. in International Studies , University of Denver, USA.
Selected Projects
- 2022-2023 Expert, Adaptation of the Marine Spatial Planning Tool to Chile for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Marine and Coastal Governance Initiative, funded by FAO Chile . Project No. 2022/FLCHI/FLCHI/117296 .
- 2019-2021 Governance Expert, Design and Implementation of a Training Program on Climate Change Adaptation in Fisheries and Aquaculture for Public Officials, National Experts, and Decision-Makers at National, Regional, and Local Levels . GEF Project funded by FAO Chile (FAO 9-2018) .

