Hi, I’m James, an earth scientist currently working as a lecturer at the University of Stirling. I’m fascinated by the interactions between vegetation and earth surface processes, especially in rivers, both in modern and ancient systems. My research combines field data and modelling approaches to quantify the feedbacks between plant communities and geomorphic processes, particularly how invasive plant species influence fluvial systems.

Beyond fluvial systems, I’m also interested in wider landscape processes, including how socio-ecological systems interact with geomorphic processes. My current research investigates how near-future land use change may mediate sediment loss in Tanzania, supporting climate resilience and sustainable landscape management.

I’m also committed to making fieldwork more equitable, and work on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in environmental sciences research, examining and suggesting recommendations on how higher education institution policies can support — or fail to protect — marginalised fieldworkers.