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Dr John Studley

Environmental Anthropologist

Research • Conservation • Rights of Nature

Exploring the relationships between people, place and the more-than-human world

Drawing on more than four decades of international research and practical conservation experience, this website brings together research, publications, conservation projects, GIS, Rights of Nature initiatives and Dan's Botanical Hydrosols.

Explore My Work

Research, publications, conservation projects and practical initiatives from Wales to the Himalayas.

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Environmental Anthropologist

Exploring relationships between people, culture and the natural world through research, fieldwork and conservation.

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Spiritual Governance

Indigenous traditions that guide relationships between people, spirits and place.

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Rights of Nature

Giving voice and legal recognition to the living world.

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Nature Recovery

Practical conservation and ecological restoration in Wales and beyond.

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GIS & Mapping

Mapping landscapes, biodiversity and environmental change.

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Dan's Botanical Hydrosols

Small-batch botanical distillation inspired by plants and place.

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Research Publications

Discover books, journal articles, reports and chapters spanning environmental anthropology, spiritual governance, conservation and the Rights of Nature.

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Current Projects

Follow current research, conservation initiatives and community projects, from beaver restoration and biodiversity to Rights of Nature in Wales.

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Resources

Access downloadable maps, datasets, teaching materials, GIS resources, citizen science tools and practical conservation guidance.

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About

Learn about my journey as an environmental anthropologist, researcher and conservation practitioner, from the Himalayas to Wales.

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Spiritual Archive

Read the latest news, research updates, field notes, articles, talks and reflections on conservation and the more-than-human world.

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Personal

Discover my personal interests, family history, galleries, travel, archives and the experiences that have shaped my life's journey.

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