Francisco’s professional and research interest are focused on management, monitoring, and modelling of coastal zones and processes, including natural and socio-economic dimensions. He has worked actively in consulting associated with innovation and entrepreneurship in small scale fisheries, the evaluation of environmental interactions of industrial activities, and fisheries monitoring in the Southeast Pacific. Francisco has continuously pursued further specialization in multiples aspects related to coastal management, including clean technologies, marine contamination, and use of geographical information systems. The collaboration and passion for his work are central aspects of his career.