Assoc Prof Dr.Kristina Marquardt | Rural studies | Best Researcher Award

PhD at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciencs, Sweden

Assoc Prof Dr. Kristina Marquardt earned her PhD in Rural Development from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) in 2008. Her groundbreaking thesis, titled “Burning Changes,” focused on action research with farmers and swidden agriculture in the Upper Amazon (Doctoral Thesis No. 2008:42). As an Associate Professor, she continues to contribute to the field, combining academic rigor with practical insights. 🌱 Passionate about sustainable development, Dr. Marquardt’s expertise lies in fostering positive changes in rural communities, emphasizing a holistic approach. Her work exemplifies a commitment to bridging academia and real-world challenges in the realm of rural development.

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Qualifications :

Dr. Kristina Marquardt, an accomplished scholar, holds a 2008 PhD in Rural Development from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). Her pioneering doctoral thesis, “Burning Changes,” delved into action research with farmers and swidden agriculture in the Upper Amazon, making a significant impact. Earlier, in 1998, she earned an MSc in Agriculture, specializing in soils and plants, from SLU. Her master’s thesis, “Traditional agriculture,” explored the role of traditional farming practices in preventing soil degradation in the province of San Martín, Peru. 🌱 Dr. Marquardt’s dual expertise showcases a lifelong commitment to sustainable agricultural development.

Employment :

Dr. Kristina Marquardt is an accomplished researcher and Vice Head at the Department of Rural and Urban Development, SLU, since 2012. Currently leading the project ‘The practice of resilience in mountain landscapes’ in rural Nepal, she’s at the forefront of exploring risk and landscape investments. Her extensive academic career includes leading projects funded by Swedish Research Council and FORMAS, investigating topics such as smallholder forest futures in Peru’s Amazon and ecosystem service management in Brazil and Nepal. As a dedicated educator, she imparts knowledge on land use systems and agrarian change. 🌍 Dr. Marquardt’s rich experience also extends to consultancies on ecosystem services and environmental impacts, demonstrating her commitment to sustainable practices.

Grants :

Dr. Kristina Marquardt is a prolific researcher securing multiple grants for her impactful projects. As the Project Leader, she recently obtained a Swedish Research Network Links grant for the project “Living with uncertainty in South Asia Mountains.” Notably, she leads projects exploring farming-wildlife conflicts in the Himalayas and smallholder forest futures in Peru, backed by FORMAS and VR grants. Her commitment to understanding the dynamics of land claims and the micro-politics of secondary forests in commodity frontiers is evident in her leadership of a VR-funded project. These grants, along with numerous others, highlight her dedication to advancing knowledge in environmental and rural development. 🌱💡

Research Focus :

Dr. Kristina Marquardt’s research spans diverse topics, showcasing her expertise in environmental and rural development. Her focus on “De-agrarianisation and re-agrarianisation in patches” in Nepalese smallholder landscapes explores micro-level land use change processes, offering insights crucial for sustainable development 🌱. In “Towards a Deeper Understanding of Agricultural Production Systems in Sweden,” she links farmers’ logics with environmental consequences, contributing to a nuanced understanding of agricultural practices. Additionally, her work on “Is REDD+ More of an Institutional Affair than a Market Process?” delves into the social and cultural consequences of REDD+ projects in Tanzania. Dr. Marquardt’s research also extends to “Forest Dynamics in the Peruvian Amazon,” providing valuable insights into processes of change in this vital ecosystem. 🌳

Publication Top Notes :

De-agrarianisation and re-agrarianisation in patches: understanding microlevel land use change processes in Nepalese smallholder landscapes

Towards a Deeper Understanding of Agricultural Production Systems in Sweden – Linking Farmer’s Logics with Environmental Consequences and the Landscape

Is REDD+ More of an Institutional Affair than a Market Process? The Concealed Social and Cultural Consequences of an Ongoing REDD+ Project in Kolo Hills, Tanzania

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Publication Top Notes :

De-agrarianisation and re-agrarianisation in patches: understanding microlevel land use change processes in Nepalese smallholder landscapes

Towards a Deeper Understanding of Agricultural Production Systems in Sweden – Linking Farmer’s Logics with Environmental Consequences and the Landscape

Is REDD+ More of an Institutional Affair than a Market Process? The Concealed Social and Cultural Consequences of an Ongoing REDD+ Project in Kolo Hills, Tanzania

Forest Dynamics in the Peruvian Amazon: Understanding Processes of Change

What Is Secondary about Secondary Tropical Forest? Rethinking Forest Landscapes

Secondary Forests and Agrarian Transitions: Insights from Nepal and Peru

Re-reading Nepalese landscapes: labour, water, farming patches and trees

Forest Dynamics in the Peruvian Amazon: Understanding Processes of Change

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