Claire Kremen

Professor innovating in the area of conservation biology, Claire Kremen is a distinguished faculty member in the Environmental Science, Policy, and Management department at the University of California-Berkeley. With a profound dedication to understanding and mitigating biodiversity loss, her research spans across various interconnected fields, including entomology and ecosystem services. Kremen's work is pivotal in developing strategies that harmonize human activities with the preservation of biodiversity. She employs a dual approach, focusing on both protected areas and ecosystem services, to create sustainable solutions that address the pressing challenges of biodiversity conservation. Her research not only contributes to academic knowledge but also informs practical conservation efforts, aiming to slow or prevent the ongoing loss of biodiversity. Through her innovative research, Professor Kremen seeks to bridge the gap between human resource use and the need for biodiversity conservation. Her efforts are instrumental in shaping policies and practices that promote sustainable coexistence between humans and the natural world, ensuring that future generations inherit a planet rich in biodiversity and ecological health.