Research Fellow
- About
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- School/Department
- School of Geosciences
Biography
I am an environmental social scientist, with a background in biology, ecology, oceanography, and marine environmental law. My doctoral research conducted at the University of the Highlands and Islands examined the social dimensions of seaweed cultivation for bioenergy production. Subsequently, my first postdoctoral work delved into social acceptance of underground hydrogen storage, offering insights into community-specific challenges associated with the transition to net-zero and ecosystem preservation. These projects deepened my interest in the social approaches to the intersecting crises of biodiversity and climate change and provided me with in-depth experience working with diverse stakeholders across various environments.
Qualifications
- PhD in Environmental Social Science2023 - University of the Highlands and Islands
- Master in Marine environmental Law and Policy2018 - University of Nice Sophia Antipolis
- MSc in Oceanography2017 - University Paris VI
- BSc in Biology and Ecology2015 - University of Nice Sophia Antipolis
Latest Publications
Blue forests: A review of carbon offset strategies with seaweed aquaculture -feasibility, current knowledge, and suggestions for future research
Commissioned by The Scottish Government. Scottish Association for Marine Science. 42 pagesBooks and Reports: Commissioned Reports- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.30992.17924
Deliverable 1 – A guide to the characteristics and measures that are associated with establishing social license to operate for seaweed cultivation in the UK
Scottish Association for Marine Science. 45 pagesBooks and Reports: Other ReportsCreating a social license to operate?: Exploring social perceptions of seaweed farming for biofuels in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland
Energy Research and Social Science, vol. 87, 102478Contributions to Journals: ArticlesIs social license to operate relevant for seaweed cultivation in Europe?
Aquaculture, vol. 534, 736203Contributions to Journals: Articles- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2020.736203
- [ONLINE] View publication in Scopus
Handbook on Social License to Operate for Seaweed Cultivation, GENIALG Project
Scottish Association for Marine Science. 29 pagesBooks and Reports: Other Reports
- Research
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Research Overview
My research focuses on understanding human responses to the intersecting challenges of the biodiversity crisis and climate change. I have a particular interest in environmental restoration and nature-based solutions in marine and terrestrial environments, with a specific emphasis on perceptions, social acceptance and policy considerations. For my research, I utilise qualitative and quantitative social science methods alongside participatory approaches.
Research Areas
Geography and Environment
Research Specialisms
- Environmental Geography
- Applied Social Science
- Environmental Sciences
- Marine Sciences
Our research specialisms are based on the Higher Education Classification of Subjects (HECoS) which is HESA open data, published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence.
Current Research
I currently conduct research as part of the RivyEvi (Centre of Expertise for Water) project in collaboration with the James Hutton Institute. Our focus is to assess and prioritise research and development needs highlighted by the Riverwoods evidence review and foster healthier, more resilient river ecosystems through enhanced riparian and floodplain management practices in Scotland. We seek to work closely with stakeholders to identify actionable opportunities to address these gaps, facilitating investment in expanding river woodlands as well as enhancing and restoring riverscape environments.
- Publications
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Blue forests: A review of carbon offset strategies with seaweed aquaculture -feasibility, current knowledge, and suggestions for future research
Commissioned by The Scottish Government. Scottish Association for Marine Science. 42 pagesBooks and Reports: Commissioned Reports- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.30992.17924
Deliverable 1 – A guide to the characteristics and measures that are associated with establishing social license to operate for seaweed cultivation in the UK
Scottish Association for Marine Science. 45 pagesBooks and Reports: Other ReportsCreating a social license to operate?: Exploring social perceptions of seaweed farming for biofuels in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland
Energy Research and Social Science, vol. 87, 102478Contributions to Journals: ArticlesIs social license to operate relevant for seaweed cultivation in Europe?
Aquaculture, vol. 534, 736203Contributions to Journals: Articles- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2020.736203
- [ONLINE] View publication in Scopus
Handbook on Social License to Operate for Seaweed Cultivation, GENIALG Project
Scottish Association for Marine Science. 29 pagesBooks and Reports: Other ReportsEffects of the toxic dinoflagellate Ostreopsis cf. ovata on survival, feeding and reproduction of a phytal harpacticoid copepod
Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology, vol. 516, pp. 103-113Contributions to Journals: Articles
