Angie Abarzúa Muñoz

Angie is a Ph.D. student in the School of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Arizona. Originally from Chile, she worked as an environmental consultant before pursuing her graduate studies. During that time, Angie realized how important it is to understand the interactions between soil, plants, and the atmosphere to better address environmental challenges. This experience inspired her to deepen her knowledge of ecosystem ecology and pursue a career in research.

Angie's research focuses on how soil hydraulic and biogeochemical properties regulate plant physiological responses and ecosystem productivity, particularly in dryland ecosystems under drought conditions. She is interested in integrating soil science, plant ecophysiology, and ecosystem ecology to improve our understanding of how ecosystems respond to climate change across different spatial scales.

Outside of research, Angie enjoys spending time in nature, hiking, and exploring new places. She loves fieldwork because it allows her to connect ecological theory with real-world ecosystems. Her goal is to contribute to a better understanding of ecosystem functioning and support sustainable management of dryland environments.