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Dr. Jenna Sutherland is a Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography and Environmental Science at Leeds Beckett University, School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing. She is a key member of the Geography, Planning and Housing team, contributing to the development of new BSc programs in Geography and Environmental Science. Her academic journey began with a BSc in Physical Geography from the University of Sheffield, followed by an MSc in Quaternary Science at Royal Holloway, University of London, and a PhD in glacial geomorphology from the University of Leeds.
- Education: BSc (University of Sheffield), MSc (Royal Holloway, University of London), PhD (University of Leeds)
Her research focuses on reconstructing past glaciers and understanding Quaternary environmental changes, particularly in polar and alpine regions. She combines fieldwork, computer-based spatial analysis, and numerical modeling to study sediment-landform relationships and glacier dynamics. Jenna has conducted research in the Southern Alps of New Zealand and Svalbard, investigating proglacial lakes and their influence on glacier behavior, including hazards like glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, co-teaching in Landscape Architecture and leading sustainability initiatives.
Jenna is passionate about translating environmental knowledge into real-world impact. She founded the Green Impact Team at Leeds Beckett, which achieved a Platinum award for sustainability efforts, including a campus biodiversity garden and charity events. Her teaching includes modules such as Introduction to Physical Geography and Development of the Landscape. She advocates for greater political attention to climate change and sustainability, stressing the importance of integrating science with social action.
- Scientific Awards: Platinum Award, Green Impact Scheme (NUS)
Jenna actively mentors students and fosters a culture of sustainability through cross-course student-staff collaboration. Her work bridges physical geography with societal challenges, aiming to create a more sustainable future. She has no listed publications in the provided text, but her research trajectory emphasizes emerging proglacial landscapes and climate change impacts.
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