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Lisa Wedding is an Associate Professor in Physical Geography at the University of Oxford, where she also serves as a Tutorial Fellow at Worcester College. Lisa leads The Oxford Seascape Ecology Lab, focusing on understanding the intricate social-ecological dynamics in marine environments. Her research includes three main thematic areas: seascape ecology and conservation, cultural seascapes and ecosystem services, and the integration of geospatial data science into ocean governance solutions. Her interdisciplinary work involves collaboration with scientists, lawyers, and practitioners to ensure that scientific research informs effective ocean governance. Previously, Lisa held a Research Associate position at the Center for Ocean Solutions, Stanford University, and a Postdoctoral Research Scholar role at the University of California at Santa Cruz. At Oxford, she develops and teaches various undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including those on geographic techniques and marine ecology, while also leading research on land-sea connectivity and marine conservation strategies. Lisa has received funding for projects that diversify the curriculum and enhance teaching practices. Her lab is currently engaged in a Bertarelli-funded project to study island restoration and ecological connectivity, and she encourages prospective graduate students to explore research opportunities within her lab.
University of Oxford • Oxford, England
Teaching and researching in Physical Geography with a focus on seascape ecology and conservation.
Center for Ocean Solutions, Stanford University • Stanford, California, USA
Conducted research on ocean sustainability and ecological connectivity.
University of California at Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, California, USA
Focused on marine ecology and conservation strategies.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.