Kelley A Crews

Professor Kelley A. Crews is an esteemed academic specializing in interdisciplinary studies within the Department of Geography and the Environment at The University of Texas at Austin. As an Associate Professor and Faculty Research Associate at the Population Research Center, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her field. Her research interests are diverse, encompassing geographic information science, remote sensing, land use/land cover change, human-environment interactions, environmental policy, and the global tropics. Professor Crews is particularly renowned for her extensive fieldwork in the global tropics, where she investigates the complex dynamics of landscape change over time and space. Her work is pivotal in understanding the resilience and vulnerability of population-environment interactions, especially in developing regions. By examining these interactions, she aims to contribute to the development of sustainable environmental policies that can address the challenges faced by these communities. Her research also delves into the ecologies of global health, exploring how environmental changes impact health outcomes across different populations. This aspect of her work is critical in informing global health strategies and interventions, particularly in areas most affected by environmental shifts. In addition to her teaching and research responsibilities, Professor Crews is actively involved with several research units at The University of Texas at Austin. Her collaborations extend across various disciplines, reflecting her commitment to a holistic approach to geography and environmental studies. Through her interdisciplinary research, Professor Crews continues to make significant contributions to the understanding of human-environment interactions. Her work not only advances academic knowledge but also has practical implications for policy-making and environmental management on a global scale.