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I specialise in addressing complex scientific and societal challenges at the intersection of economy, ecology and equity, offering a range of technical advice, research services, and project support.
My collaborative approach to projects ensures we achieve the best possible outcomes, while advancing towards a sustainable economy. I’m here to help you in designing and executing tailored research projects, drawing on my expertise as a mixed-methods researcher. I have extensive experience in leading projects that seamlessly integrate quantitative and qualitative approaches. Additionally, I craft and deliver policy briefs, conduct stakeholder analyses, create case studies, and perform evaluations and impact assessments of programmes and policies.
Whether you require leadership and coordination of your team-based research projects or individual expert advice, I’m ready to assist. My support can span from involvement in studies of a year or more to brief, focused inputs lasting just a few days.
Get in touch to see how we can work together.
Mixed-methods research
I combine qualitative and quantitative approaches in every study I have been involved with, supporting decision-makers in the EU, the UK and in international organisations.
Qualitative research
To provide real-world narratives and context, I am able to design research protocols and carry out qualitative research involving:
- In-depth interviews to explore stakeholder perspectives.
- Workshops and focus groups to assess needs and experiences.
- Literature and evidence reviews to synthesise existing knowledge.
- Case studies to provide real-life context.
Quantitative research
In the realm of quantitative research, I’m proficient in various techniques to identify patterns and trends, such as:
- Data and statistical analysis to uncover valuable insights.
- Designing and conducting surveys to collect primary data and evidence.
- Using Q-methodology to capture and study diverse stakeholder viewpoints.
- Employing frame analysis to understand different views on policy conflicts.
- Network analysis to understand interactions and relationships in complex systems.
- Economic modelling and analysis to assess costs, benefits and policy impacts.
- Multi-criteria decision analysis to evaluate and prioritise different options.
- Industrial ecology methods to trace material and energy flows through the economy.