Margaux is a marine biologist and the Lead Consultant of Marine Ecosystem Restoration (MER) Research and Consulting. Originally from the Principality of Monaco, she obtained a Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science at the University of Queensland and her Masters and Doctorate at James Cook University in Australia. Her research focuses on coral reef restoration and linking theory to practice to assist managers and practitioners in the design, implementation, and monitoring of their efforts. She is particularly interested in the social and ecological characteristics of coral restoration success. With projects around the world since 2012, she is currently acting as an official consultant with the United Nations Environmental Programme, the International Coral Reef Initiative, and The Reef Resilience Network.

Twitter: Margaux Hein (@MargauxHein)

Website: Marine Ecosystem Restoration Research and Consulting (merconsulting.org)

UNEP Guide: Coral Reef Restoration Guidelines – ICRI (icriforum.org)