Dr. Chris McCarthy joins the Office of Polar Programs as a AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow

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September 16, 2024

The Office of Polar Programs is pleased to welcome Dr. Chris McCarthy as a AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow. McCarthy earned his PhD in International Environmental Management and Earth Observations at Kyoto University, with additional graduate work completed at Johns Hopkins University and the University of California, San Diego. He brings expertise in remote sensing and mapping, as well as an interest in applying AI and machine learning to environmental studies.

McCarthy recently concluded a two-year Fulbright Scholar position in Malawi. His research interests include desert ecosystems, wildlife conservation, and global environmental policy. He is particularly focused on multilateral environmental agreements and the development of global strategies for sustainable resource management and conservation.

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