Abigail Chan

Data for all? How information sharing could shift land conservation

Land conservation relies heavily on data to determine where protection should occur. But sharing data is not a common practice among land conservation groups. A new study investigates the reasons why some groups choose to share data with others and how this could change our perception of where land conservation occurs in the United States.

Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Abigail Chan

Boosting mental health with nature: There’s an app for that

Research shows a positive link between nature and mental health. A new study expands on this concept by using smartphones to prompt participants to record their interactions with nature and reveals implications for optimizing city planning for urban greenspace.

Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Abigail Chan

From sediment to surface: How fishing equipment impacts oyster quality

A new study in the Chesapeake Bay evaluates how various fishing equipment can affect oyster growth and provides recommendations for improving yields.

Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Abigail Chan

Creating community: The role of green and blue spaces in cities

Cities have long recognized the ecological benefits of natural features such as forests and rain gardens. However, a new study from Vancouver, Canada emphasizes how accessible greenspace can improve community belonging – benefiting not only the city, but its residents as well. 

Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Abigail Chan
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