Dr. Dan Van Der Horst

Biography

Dan van der Horst holds the Chair in Environment Society and serves as the Deputy Director of Research and Deputy Head at the Geography Lived Environment Research Institute at the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on environmental change and societal transitions, with a commitment to understanding the interplay between social dynamics and environmental processes. He has published extensively on these topics, contributing to the academic discourse around sustainable practices and policy frameworks. His work is at the forefront of addressing the challenges posed by climate change and advocating for innovative solutions that are socially inclusive. Dan has been involved in multiple collaborative research projects and has a strong track record of engaging with the public to disseminate research findings. He plays a pivotal role in shaping research directions in the field of geography and environmental studies, ensuring that these disciplines remain relevant and impactful in addressing contemporary societal challenges.

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