Whitney Fleming is a researcher with expertise in environmental psychology, human-nature interactions, and well-being. Her work explores how biodiversity, social factors, and accessibility shape experiences in natural environments. She employs interdisciplinary methods, including quantitative large-scale survey techniques, experimental studies, and qualitative analysis to assess engagement with nature. 

Research Interests

• Human-Nature Interactions and Well-Being 

• Access to Nature

• Sense of Place

• Environmental Perceptions and Governance 

• Environmental Stewardship and Behavior

• Science Understanding and Misconceptions 

Module Contributor for: 

• Module ONS-1001: Environmental data & analysis
• Module DXX-2009: Conservation Practice
• Module DXX-3701: Dissertation
• Module DXX-3801: Human Aspects of Conservation
• Module ENS-4205: Management planning
• Module ENS-4318: Social Issues in Forest Mgt.

PhD Students

• Joe Roy ESRC- WGSS (Welsh Graduate School for Social Scinces) PhD student in studying human wellbeing and biodiversity in soundscapes. 

Current 

• Leverhulme Trust - The effects of biodiversity on human wellbeing in soundscapes
• UKRI – Mobilizing Community Assets to reduce Health Inequalities Programme (Deaf Health) 

Past

• Zuckerman STEM Leadership Program  – Zuckerman Postdoctoral Scholar Fellowship 

Available Project

I welcome enquiries from prospective Master’s and PhD students interested in working in areas related to my research. While I do not currently have dedicated funding available, motivated students are encouraged to get in touch to discuss potential projects and funding opportunities.

If you are interested, please email me with a CV and a brief research proposal outlining your interests and how they align with my work.