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Leonardo Calle, Ph.D.

Ph.D. scientist-entrepreneur developing technology solutions for ecological decision-making, scientific workforce analytics, and artistic expression.

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I develop intelligent systems at the intersection of artificial intelligence, earth science, and environmental consulting. As Founder and CEO of CalleEcology Inc. and Founder/CTO of mewmewmew Inc., I build AI-powered platforms that solve critical environmental challenges while making sophisticated science tools accessible and scalable.

My technical foundation spans deep learning, ecosystem modeling, and high-performance computing, developed through roles at NASA-GSFC, UMD-ESSIC, and Montana State University. I've published 17 papers in top-tier journals and pioneered applications from global forest dynamics models to continental-scale ecosystem analysis using space LiDAR data. I also explore creative systems thinking through digital art and visual storytelling, applying the same innovative problem-solving approaches that drive my scientific work.

I specialize in translating cutting-edge research into practical business solutions. My companies serve major scientific societies and consulting organizations, focusing on AI integration, atomic task decomposition, and intelligent workflow orchestration that bridges advanced research with real-world environmental impact.

Entrepreneur

Founder building AI-powered platforms for environmental science and climate solutions.

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Some of my latest work

Current Ventures

CalleEcology Inc.

Data Solutions

Environmental data solutions and consulting services combining ecological modeling, subscription datasets, and workforce development for government agencies and private sector clients.

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mewmewmew Inc.

Workforce Intelligence Platform

AI-powered workforce marketplace connecting organizations with specialized scientific and environmental consultants, featuring automated project matching, compliance validation, and enterprise workforce analytics for data-driven hiring decisions.

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Creative Portfolio

Art Studio & Design

My art studio, where I specialize in blue pen drawings and custom murals that invite people to see the world from new perspectives—creating original works, prints, and wall art that challenge perception and foster human connection through accessible, transformative art.

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Research & Impact

I build AI-powered systems that solve critical environmental challenges. My work bridges cutting-edge machine learning with earth system science, creating tools that matter for our planet's future.

From developing global-scale forest dynamics models to pioneering deep learning applications for ecosystem prediction, my research influences policy at NASA, USFS, and beyond.

30 Publications

3 Companies

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