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Matthew Richardson

Matthew Richardson

    University of the District of Columbia
  • Acting Director of Center for Urban Research, Engagement and Scholarship

Dr. Richardson coordinates the research and engagement within CURES. He is a product of land-grant universities, having earned degrees from the University of Delaware (BA, BS) and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (MS, Ph.D.). Prior to joining UDC, Dr. Richardson worked for the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USDA-ARS, and Smithsonian Institution. He is a former Fulbright Scholar and is a prolific author of science and science education publications. Some of his broad research interests include finding practical solutions to conserve or restore species, natural communities, and ecosystem services while improving human health, promoting inclusion and social equity, and mitigating or adapting to climate change.

Contact

  • matthew.richardson@udc.edu
  • https://www.udc.edu/causes/land-grant/center-for-urban-research-engagement-and-scholarship-cures/staff/

Projects

  • Smart and Connected Communities Workshop: A Workshop Bridging Rural, Peri-Urban and Urban Sustainability

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