Dr. Yair Alpuche Alvarez

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yair Asael Alpuche Alvarez is a Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Copenhagen, focusing on land use management, planning, and governance. His research emphasizes the pivotal role of human agency in shaping landscapes and explores how human behavior, values, and decisions influence land system dynamics. He investigates strategic approaches to managing social engagement and promoting positive behaviors conducive to a sustainable and resilient future. His work covers diverse topics such as the impact of agricultural modernization, land use valuation, and interdisciplinary analyses of watershed management. Utilizing a multi-method approach that incorporates interviews, surveys, serious games, agent-based models, and workshops, Yair aims to provide comprehensive insights into the complex dynamics of land use decision-making and governance. He empowers stakeholders with the knowledge necessary to navigate towards a sustainable, resilient future while assisting in policy-making.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.