Elison Floriano Tiago
Diversity in Science
Elison Floriano, a member of the Terena Indigenous community, comes from the village of Água Branca in Aquidauana, Mato Grosso do Sul. His academic journey, driven by a commitment to bridging ancestral and scientific knowledge, began with a degree in agricultural engineering from the State University of Mato Grosso do Sul, followed by a master’s degree in entomology and a PhD in entomology and biodiversity conservation from the Federal University of Grande Dourados.
His current research focuses on the ethno-entomological knowledge of the Terena people on native bees in the Aquidauana region of the Pantanal. Through his work, Elison strives to promote, value, and gain recognition for the rich Indigenous knowledge on sustainable management and conservation of native bees.
