معرفی
Naomi Alena Sachs is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Science & Landscape Architecture at the University of Maryland, College Park. She specializes in restorative and therapeutic landscapes, evidence-based design, and salutogenic environments. Her work intersects environmental justice, cultural geography, and intersectionality.
Education:
- Ph.D., Architecture, Texas A&M University
- Master of Landscape Architecture, UC Berkeley
- B.A., Women's Studies, Brown University
- Certificates in Health Systems & Design (Texas A&M) and Historic Preservation (UNM)
Research Focus: Her research explores how nature-based environments improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations. She founded the Therapeutic Landscapes Network, a global knowledge hub for healing landscapes, and co-edits the Health Environments Research & Design Journal. Key themes include:
- Nature's role in stress reduction
- Equitable access to health-promoting spaces
- Cross-cultural design for marginalized communities
Professional Contributions:
- Co-author of influential textbook Therapeutic Landscapes
- Consultant for healthcare facility design
- Advocate for evidence-based design standards
Labs/Initiatives: Therapeutic Landscapes Network (non-profit co-founded in 2007)
