Sheina Koffler

Biologist and Postdoctoral Researcher – UFABC INCT Polinização (INPol)

Sheina Koffler, from UFABC, is a biologist and researcher specializing in pollination ecology, native stingless bee behavior and biodiversity conservation. With a strong academic background, including a master’s and PhD focused on plant–pollinator interactions, Sheina is recognized in the scientific community for her publications and for her work in environmental education, citizen science and the conservation of Brazilian bees. She participated in our theoretical and practical training session on pollination and native bees, contributing directly with her technical knowledge of ecology, coastal biodiversity and field methods. Her presence brought scientific credibility to the workshop and connected the work of the Ilha do Mel Nativo project with serious and up-to-date university research. Sheina’s expertise reinforces the importance of universities as essential partners in environmental initiatives, expanding both educational and community impact.

Field Workshop on Pollinator Monitoring & Citizen Science — UFABC On November 7, 2025, our Ilha do Mel Nativo team joined the hands-on workshop “Monitoring Pollinators through Citizen Science” at the Federal University of ABC (UFABC), São Bernardo do Campo campus. The session combined a concise theoretical overview with practical field activities and the use of citizen-science tools to record plant–pollinator interactions.