Jenny Barretto

Jenny Barretto is a seasoned geologist and geophysicist with extensive experience spanning over two decades. Currently serving at GNS Science since October 2013, Jenny has contributed significantly to various geotechnical and geohazard projects. Previous roles include consulting for the Iloilo Geohazard Mapping Project at Geoscience Foundation Inc. in 2013, and teaching positions at the University of the Philippines from 1995 to 2002 and 2011 to 2013, where courses in General Geology, Mineralogy, and Petrology were delivered. Additional consultancy roles at UP Planades and UP Geoscience Foundation involved drafting the Bacolor Rehabilitation Master Plan and conducting geohazard mapping in Iloilo Province. Noteworthy earlier contributions include work with NAMRIA on the Philippines Continental Shelf Projects and volunteer efforts in geohazard mapping for General Nakar Development Initiatives. Jenny holds a Master's degree in Geology with a focus on Geophysics from the University of the Philippines, earned between 1995 and 1998.