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Dr. Kathleen P. Bell is a Professor at the University of Maine within the School of Economics. She teaches courses in economics, econometrics (statistics) & data analysis, and environmental policy & natural resource management, including classes like ECO571 and ECO489.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in Economics, University of Maryland
- A.B. in Economics & Environmental Studies, Bowdoin College
Her research focuses on the intersection of environmental economics, public economics, and data analysis, with a strong emphasis on rural economic and community development, natural resource management, and public policy. She explores how spatial economic decisions impact social and environmental systems, applying science to support evidence-based solutions for private and public stakeholders.
Dr. Bell has published extensively in journals such as Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Land Economics, and Water Resources Research. Her work addresses land and water resource management, regional economic resilience, and public health implications of environmental policies.
Awards and Mentoring:
- Recipient of the University of Maine’s Excellence in Faculty Mentoring Award (2018)
She actively mentors undergraduate and graduate students in Economics and Ecology & Environmental Science, emphasizing data analytics, problem-solving, and technology-driven innovation. Her interdisciplinary leadership has advanced large-scale research initiatives at the University of Maine.
