Monique Borgerhoff Mulder

About the Author

Monique Borgerhoff Mulder is a distinguished anthropologist and conservation biologist whose interdisciplinary research bridges the gaps between ecology, economics, and human culture to address pressing environmental challenges. With a career spanning decades, she has conducted extensive fieldwork in East Africa, studying the dynamics of wildlife conservation, land use, and community livelihoods among pastoralist societies. Her work emphasizes the importance of integrating social sciences into conservation strategies to foster sustainable practices that respect cultural diversity while protecting biodiversity. As a professor emerita at the University of California, Davis, Mulder has influenced policy and academia through her rigorous, evidence-based approach, advocating for equitable solutions to global conservation issues. Her insights continue to guide efforts in balancing human needs with ecological preservation in an increasingly interconnected world.