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Chuan Liao is an Assistant Professor in the Global Development Section at Cornell University, specializing in human-environment interactions. His research interests lie at the intersection of environment, development, and justice, focusing on understanding the innovations in governance and technology that affect human-environment wellbeing. He holds a PhD in Natural Resources from Cornell University, where he has further developed an interdisciplinary approach incorporating natural and social sciences to explore the nuanced interactions within coupled human-environment systems. Liao has published extensively on topics such as agrifood system innovation and climate change adaptation in various reputable journals. His teaching aims to empower students to tackle complex societal challenges using active learning methods. He has served as an editor and lead author for various reports, contributing significantly to policy discussions surrounding sustainable agriculture initiatives and climate resilience.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Teaching and researching human-environment interactions, focusing on innovations in governance.
School of Sustainability, Arizona State University •
Conducted research on sustainability issues and taught undergraduate courses.
University of Michigan •
Performed postdoctoral research in human-environment systems.
Department of Architecture