Gabriela Garcia

Gabriela Garcia is an Assistant Professor at Northeastern University, affiliated with the Marine and Environmental Sciences Department and the College of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her research bridges ecology, agriculture, and human societies, focusing on socio-ecological systems' resilience to climate change and biodiversity loss. The Garcia Lab employs interdisciplinary methods—including ecological fieldwork, qualitative interviews, and large-scale datasets—to study plant-human interactions in agroecosystems.

• Key research areas: Alternate bearing in perennial crops, climate adaptation strategies, and participatory approaches to sustainable agriculture.
• Lab: Socio-ecological Plant Systems Lab (SEPS Lab).

Publications highlight frameworks addressing crop yield variability, farmer resilience, and ecological tradeoffs in coffee and other perennial crops. Her work emphasizes actionable solutions for policymakers and communities, aligning with Northeastern’s commitment to urban and environmental research.

No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Current efforts prioritize cross-disciplinary collaboration, particularly with the School of Public Policy & Urban Affairs, to integrate ecological science with societal needs.