Science Café – Greening Cities for People and Nature

Name: Science Café – Greening Cities for People and Nature
Start: 2026-02-25T18:30:00-05:00
Location: Ottawa Public Library - Sunnyside

Schedule

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Ottawa Public Library - Sunnyside | Ottawa, ON

Register here: https://science.carleton.ca/cu-event/science-cafe-greening-cities-for-people-and-nature/
Cities are important areas for nature conservation, often containing high numbers of species at risk of extinction. Also, over three-quarters of Canadians live in cities. Urban parks and greenspaces are city-dwellers primary opportunity to connect with nature. Dr. Buxton’s research explores the connection between urban nature and people’s mental health. Through these connections the goal is to find ways to better mobilize nature conservation, to make cities where nature and people thrive.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Rachel Buxton, Assistant Professor, Department of Biology and Integrated Science
Dr. Rachel Buxton is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology and Integrated Science at Carleton University. She leads a team that aims to generate knowledge to support and mobilize equitable conservation solutions. Her main research interests include urban bird conservation, soundscapes, ecological restoration, and the link between human health and biodiversity. She works with groups of practitioners, decision-makers, Indigenous Peoples, and stakeholders to ensure her research is applicable for mobilizing effective conservation solutions. In drawing from her experiences as a research scientist, mom, life-long learner, teacher, mentor, and community member, she is committed to making a difference for biodiversity conservation and environmental justice.