Photo: Dr Anna Harper Contact info Email: a.harper@uga.edu Office: Geography/Geology Building Room 109 Office Hours: By appointment Personal Website CV: CV_Harper_Full_Oct2023.docx (59.09 KB) My research broadly focuses on the interactions between vegetation, people, and climate. More than two-thirds of the global land surface is managed by humans. The land is ground zero for the human response to climate change, as we seek to enhance and protect natural carbon sinks or to manage landscapes to reduce the impacts of climate change. My work aims to improve the models of the Earth system for these applications, and to better understand how ecosystems respond to a changing environment. I also use data from satellites and ground measurements to better constrain the models and projections. In addition to research, I am passionate about teaching and equipping students with the knowledge base and tools to engage with the grand challenge of climate change. For example, from 2017-2023 (at my previous university), I contributed to a week-long, intensive, and hands-on teaching experience, where students found creative ways to combat climate disinformation and spread stories of hope. Education Education: PhD (2012), Colorado State University, Atmospheric Sciences Master of Science (2008), Colorado State University, Atmospheric Sciences Bachelor of Arts (2002), University of Georgia, Magazine Journalism Bachelor of Science (2002), University of Georgia, Geology Grant Support Grants: Prior to joining UGA, I worked in the UK where I contributed to or led multiple grants worth over £10 million. Of note:
