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Hamedani Raja
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Biography
I am a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Turku working at the interface of spatial ecology, geospatial analysis, and environmental science. I completed my PhD in Ecology at the University of Turku, focusing on species–habitat relationships and their applications in biodiversity conservation and rewilding.
My research combines spatial modelling and environmental data analysis to understand ecological processes across spatial scales. I have experience working with large and complex datasets, including habitat and acoustic data.
Currently, I contribute to international research within the Nature-Based Solutions Opportunity Scan (NBSOS) Scale-Up project, focusing on the role of nature-based solutions in climate risk management and urban resilience.
Teaching
I have experience in teaching and organizing methodological training in geospatial analysis, including workshops on spatial data handling and mapping in R at the University of Turku. I also contribute to training activities and knowledge transfer within research projects and support students in spatial analysis and ecological research.
Research
My research focuses on spatial ecology and species–habitat relationships, with applications in biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation. I use geospatial analysis, spatial modelling, and environmental data to investigate how landscape structure influences ecological processes across spatial scales.
Currently, my work focuses on understanding how nature-based solutions can support both biodiversity and climate resilience, particularly in urban environments. I work with large-scale environmental datasets, integrating habitat, spatial, and acoustic data to generate insights that support sustainable environmental management and decision-making.