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Dr Thomas Murphy

 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5350-7356

    Overview

    Profile summary

    Early career researcher (ECR) interested in the use of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to tackle local and global environmental issues. I am a lecturer in Environmental Sciences. For more information about my work, visit:

    Professional memberships

    • British Society of Soil Science (BSSS)
    • British Ecological Society (BES)
    • International Oak Society (IOS)

    Roles on external bodies

    Moor Trees (2016 - present)- https://moortrees.org/
    • Trustee 
    • Science and monitoring, 
    • Vision for Dartmoor. 

    Teaching interests

    I lecture and support students on BSc Environmental Science/Environmental Management & Sustainability on modules: ENVS1008, ENVS1009, ENVS1010, ENVS2002, ENVS2004, ENVS3001/3, ENVM3001/3.
    I lecture and support students on Foundation Environmental Science - Urban Ecosystems.
    I supervise MSc Environmental consultancy and Sustainable Environmental Management projects. 
    I co-supervise two PhD projects:
    • Katerina Chernyuk - 'Restoring Atlantic Oakwoods in Ireland and Great Britain – Strategies and Perceptions' 
    • Ndabezinhle Maposa - 'An evaluation of the opportunities and public benefits from expansion of Temperate Rainforests (TR) in UK protected landscapes'.

    Additional information

    Media appearances:BBC Radio Four - Farming Today - tree planting targets - Spring 2023
    BBC Radio Devon - Multiple appearances 

    Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

    In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

    1. SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
      SDG 2 Zero Hunger
    2. SDG 4 - Quality Education
      SDG 4 Quality Education
    3. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
      SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
    4. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
      SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
    5. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
      SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
    6. SDG 13 - Climate Action
      SDG 13 Climate Action
    7. SDG 15 - Life on Land
      SDG 15 Life on Land
    8. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
      SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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    • 10 Article
    • 1 Commissioned report
    • 1 Working paper
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