Luc De Bruyn is a highly experienced professional with a long-standing career at the Research Institute for Nature and Forest (INBO), serving in the Species Diversity group as a Scientific Attaché since January 2000. In addition to this role, Luc De Bruyn has been a Visiting Research Leader at the University of Antwerp since October 1983. Luc De Bruyn's academic background includes a Master's degree in Biology from the University of Antwerp, a Doctorate in Ecology, Evolution, and Entomology from the same institution, and a Master's degree in Biostatistics from Hasselt University.