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Dr. Ivan Scales is an Associate Professor in Geography at St Catharine’s College, University of Cambridge. His research examines the social, political, and economic dimensions of natural resource use and biodiversity conservation, with fieldwork spanning mangrove forests in Madagascar and coastal communities in Brittany, France. He serves as Director of Studies in Geography and Admissions Tutor for Arts and Social Sciences at his college.
- Education:
- BSc in Ecology, University of Durham
- MSc in Anthropology, University College London
- PhD in Geography, University of Cambridge
Research Interests encompass:
- Coastal Futures: Adapting to blue economy challenges and climate change impacts.
- Tropical Forest Conservation: Tree planting, carbon credits, and local livelihoods.
- African Agricultural Economy: Biofuels, smallholder responses, and sustainable finance.
- Environmental Values: Cultural, economic, and ideological narratives shaping policy.
- 20th Century Francophone Africa: Colonial to contemporary land use transitions.
Scientific Awards include:
- Royal Geographical Society Environment and Sustainability Research Grant (2016)
- Royal Geographical Society Small Research Grant (2012)
- CRASSH Early Career Fellowship (2011/2012)
External Roles: Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and member of the Cambridge Conservation Research Institute and Centre for African Studies. Contact: irs28@cam.ac.uk | @ivanscales
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