Dr. Jessica Fisher

Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, University of Kent, UK

Invited Speech: Conserving Biodiversity for Human Health and Wellbeing

Biography & Abstract:

Jessica Fisher is a conservation social scientist, based at the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE), UK. Jessica’s research is interdisciplinary, using mixed methods to tackle environmental challenges.

Exposure to nature relieves stress, improves mood, and more. Yet, definitions of nature remain unclear. Here, we discuss the role of biodiversity, and the implications for conservation and public health.