Fran Nomdedeu is a Research Technician at MARE-Madeira, where he is part of the team working on the LANTERN Project, focused on developing innovative, low-cost methods for monitoring coastal zooplankton biodiversity around Madeira. The project aims to establish the first light-trap-based monitoring programme in the region, providing new insights into the spatial and temporal dynamics of zooplankton communities and contributing to the conservation and management of marine biodiversity.

With a background in oceanography and experience across different areas of marine biotechnology, Fran has been involved in research related to algae, including macroalgae and microalgae, as well as cetaceans and corals. His main interests include marine exploration, scientific expeditions, marine ecology and biodiversity conservation. He holds a Master's degree in International Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea), an international programme coordinated by Ghent University.