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Päivi Soppela is an Adjunct Professor and University Researcher at the Arctic Centre, University of Lapland, focusing on Arctic adaptation biology. Her work spans multidisciplinary research on animal and human adaptation to climate change, particularly in reindeer herding and livestock resilience. She coordinates doctoral education programs and collaborates internationally on projects like CLIMHUM and IBA-ILMA.
Research interests include reindeer biology, ethnography of Arctic livelihoods, and biocultural strategies in subarctic environments. Her studies integrate local knowledge with scientific methods to address global change impacts.
- Key Projects: CLIMHUM (2024–2026), IBA-ILMA (2020–2023), Domestication in Action (2019–2022)
- Awards: Knight of the Order of the White Rose (2019), 15-year Service Merit (2011)
Her publications explore reindeer genetics, human metabolic adaptations, and sustainable Arctic food systems, reflecting a commitment to bridging ecological and social sciences.
