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Laura Schmitt Olabisi is a participatory modeler dedicated to exploring sustainability within complex systems, specifically focusing on human and environmental components. She collaborates closely with stakeholders by employing participatory model-building techniques that foster adaptive learning dynamics, essential for integrating stakeholder knowledge with academic insights. Her modeling efforts incorporate feedback and non-linear dynamics, typically addressing biophysical, social, and human behavioral components. Olabisi's work primarily tackles issues related to agriculture, climate change, and food security, utilizing a diverse array of modeling tools across various contexts. Her past and current research has addressed critical topics such as soil erosion, population growth, greenhouse gas emissions, water sustainability, energy use, deforestation, and the adoption of organic and sustainable agricultural practices. She is actively engaged in initiatives that aim to enhance food security and environmental sustainability, contributing significantly to interdisciplinary research in her field.
Department of Psychology