Mr. Somma’s major area of research and activity is the ecological analysis of landscape to support a participative process of sustainable, regional development, and nature conservation.  He focuses on the Yungas Region, the highest biodiversity area of Argentina.  In addition to his work on the Yungas research/conservation project, he is interested in sustainable ecological networks in setting reserves, buffer zones and connecting zone.  He also works on integrating rural development areas in a regional context, environmental studies, physical planning and nature conservation, and parks.

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