Dr. Samuel Segnini, Andes Univesity, Venezuela
Dr. Samuel Segnini is a distinguished Professor at the Universidad de Los Andes (ULA), Venezuela, with a Doctor of Science in Entomology from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. He has an extensive academic career, serving in various roles, including Head of the Biology Department and Coordinator of the Insect Ecology Research Laboratory and Zoological Collections Research Group. His research interests span ecology, entomology, and biodiversity. Dr. Segnini has received numerous awards, including the 2024 “Rafael Chueco Poggioli” Distinction and the “Marian PicĆ³n Salas” award. šš
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Education & Academic Background š
Dr. Samuel Enrique Segnini Flores holds a Graduate degree in Biology from the Universidad Central de Venezuela (1972), where he laid the foundation for his extensive scientific career. In 1985, he earned his Doctor of Science with a specialization in Entomology from the same institution, further solidifying his expertise in the field. Throughout his career, Dr. Segnini has made significant contributions to ecological research and entomology. His academic journey reflects his deep commitment to advancing biological sciences and his passion for studying biodiversity. š±šš
Academic Experience š
Dr. Samuel Enrique Segnini Flores has had an extensive and impactful academic career at the Universidad de Los Andes (ULA). Starting in 1974, he held various teaching positions, from Professor Instructor to Professor Titular (1995-present), demonstrating his growing expertise and commitment to education. His journey began as a Biologist I at the Ministerio de Agricultura y CrĆa (1972-1974). Over the years, he advanced through ranks at ULA, contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate education. Dr. Segnini’s dedicated service has made a lasting impact on ULA’s biology and entomology programs. š±šØāš«
Administrative Experience š«
Dr. Samuel Enrique Segnini Flores has held several key administrative roles at the Universidad de Los Andes (ULA). From 1979, he served as Head of the Department of Biology and later became Coordinator of the Insect Ecology Research Laboratory and Zoological Collections Research Group. Dr. Segnini also contributed to curriculum development, serving as Coordinator of the Curriculum Committee for the Degree in Biology and Teaching Division. Additionally, he was the Editor of Ecotropicos Journal (2008-2017) and currently holds leadership roles, including Coordinator of the Scientific Commission and Graduate Division. šæš¦
Teaching Experience š«
Dr. Samuel Enrique Segnini Flores has an extensive teaching career at Universidad de Los Andes (ULA), where he has taught a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. His undergraduate courses include General Biology, Animal Ecology, Biostatistics, and Ecological Methods across various faculties, including Humanities, Sciences, and Pharmacy. At the postgraduate level, he has taught Probability and Statistics, Tropical Ecology, and Experimental Design in programs like Analytical Chemistry and Immunology. His expertise in statistics and ecology has significantly contributed to the academic growth of ULAās students. ššæšØāš«
Awards and Honors š
Dr. Samuel Enrique Segnini Flores has received numerous accolades throughout his career. In 1985, he earned his Doctor Thesis with Honors from the Central University of Venezuela. He was a Member of the Research Incentive Program at the University of Los Andes (1995-2013) and the Researcher Promotion Program (PPI) from the National Research Fund (1995-2008). He has been an Emeritus Researcher in the Research and Innovation Stimulus Program since 2015. In 2012, he was recognized as Editor of Ecotropicos Journal, and in 2013, he received the prestigious āMarian PicĆ³n Salasā Distinction. In 2024, he was awarded the āRafael Chueco Poggioliā Distinction. šļøš
Research Focus
Dr. Samuel Enrique Segnini’s research focuses primarily on entomology, particularly the ecology of aquatic insects and their role in freshwater ecosystems. He has extensively studied the diversity and taxonomy of insects, especially mayflies (Ephemeroptera) and stoneflies (Plecoptera), in the Venezuelan Andes. His work also delves into limnology, including the study of rivers and watersheds in the region. Additionally, he explores larvicidal activity in plants and their potential applications. Dr. Segnini’s research is essential for understanding biodiversity, water quality, and insect population dynamics. ššš
Publication Top NotesĀ 
- ComposiciĆ³n quĆmica y actividad larvicida del aceite esencial de Annona cherimola Mill. de Los Andes venezolanos contra el mosquito Aedes aegypti (L.) ā RN RamĆrez, FD Mora, JL Avila, LB Rojas, A Usubillaga, S Segnini, … (Cited by: 73, Year: 2011) šæš¦
- Land use in watersheds of the Venezuelan Andes: a comparative analysis ā JD Allan, AJ Brenner, J Erazo, L Fernandez, AS Flecker, DL Karwan, … (Cited by: 50, Year: 2002) ššļø
- Limnology of Andean piedmont rivers of Venezuela ā JD Allan, AS Flecker, S Segnini, DC Taphorn, E Sokol, GW Kling (Cited by: 49, Year: 2006) šš
- CaracterizaciĆ³n fisicoquĆmica del hĆ”bitat interno y ribereƱo de los rĆos andinos en la cordillera de MĆ©rida, Venezuela ā S Segnini, MM ChacĆ³n (Cited by: 49, Year: 2005) š±š§
- VariaciĆ³n espacial de la composiciĆ³n y diversidad de gĆ©neros de Ephemeroptera (Insecta) en un rĆo tropical altiandino ā B PĆ©rez, S Segnini (Cited by: 40, Year: 2005) š¦š
- Update on Chagas disease in Venezuela during the period 2003ā2018. A review ā N AƱez, G Crisante, A Rojas, S Segnini, O Espinoza-Ćlvarez, … (Cited by: 35, Year: 2020) š¦ š¬
- Cambios ontogenĆ©ticos en la dieta de la trucha arcoiris (Oncorhynchus mykiss) en un Rio Andino neotropical ā S Segnini, H Bastardo (Cited by: 21, Year: 1995) šš
- Reconocimiento taxonĆ³mico de las nĆ”yades del Orden Ephemeroptera en la deriva de dos rĆos de alta montaƱa en el Estado MĆ©rida, Venezuela ā MM ChacĆ³n, S Segnini (Cited by: 20, Year: 1996) š¦šļø
- MediciĆ³n de la diversidad en una comunidad de insectos ā S Segnini (Cited by: 20, Year: 1995) š³š
- The adult and redefinition of the genus Prebaetodes Lugo-Ortiz & McCafferty (Ephemeroptera: Baetidae), with description of a new species from Venezuela ā MM ChacĆ³n, ML Pescador, S Segnini (Cited by: 19, Year: 2010) š¦š¬
- Biologia y ecologia poblacional de Empoasca kraemeri Ross y Moore (Homoptera, Cicadellidae) en caraota (Phaseolus vulgaris) ā S Segnini, A Montagne (Cited by: 19, Year: 1986) š¾š
- Chemical Composition and Larvicidal Activity of Eugenia triquetra Essential Oil from Venezuelan Andes ā FD Mora, JL Avila, LB Rojas, R RamĆrez, A Usubillaga, S Segnini, … (Cited by: 18, Year: 2010) š±š¦
- Mayflies (Insecta: Ephemeroptera) from Venezuela ā MM ChacĆ³n, ML Pescador, MD Hubbard, S Segnini (Cited by: 18, Year: 2009) š¦š
- Three new species of Thraulodes (Ephemeroptera: Leptophlebiidae: Atalophlebiinae) from Venezuela ā E DomĆnguez, MM ChacĆ³n, S Segnini (Cited by: 18, Year: 1999) š¦š±
- Diet composition of the mature larvae of four Anacroneuria species (Plecoptera: Perlidae) from the Venezuelan Andes ā M Gamboa, MM ChacĆ³n, S Segnini (Cited by: 17, Year: 2009) š¦š