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Biography
Kevin is an experienced manager and leader of change in the land use sector. As Curator of the University of Dundee Botanic Garden and Grounds he helps to lead the Living Lab that is exploring education for sustainability and Nature-based Solutions, while his own research explores how spaces become more susainable places through the imbued emotion of people engaging with their environment.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Master in Science, Sustainable Rural Development, University of the Highlands and Islands
9 Sept 2017 → 1 Jun 2021
Award Date: 15 Jul 2021
PGCert THE, Integrated Environmental Management
1 Sept 2000 → 1 Sept 2008
Award Date: 27 Jun 2009
Bachelor of Applied Science, Agriculture and Food Science (Applied plant biology), University of Nottingham
9 Sept 1991 → 30 Jun 2001
Award Date: 1 Jun 1994
External positions
Bioregioning Tayside Member
5 Sept 2020 → …
Keywords
- GF Human ecology. Anthropogeography
- SD Forestry
- QK Botany
- QH301 Biology
- GN Anthropology
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
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Citizen-powered data ecosystems for inclusive and green urban transitions (Urban ReLeaf) (Joint with International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (lead), Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Institute of Communication and Computer Systems, and eleven other organisations)
AlWaer, H. (Investigator), Frediani, K. (Investigator), Murray, K. (Investigator) & Woods, M. (Investigator)
1/01/23 → 31/12/26
Project: Research
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Advancing arboriculture through human and tree ecology
Frediani, K., 22 Apr 2024, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Arboricultural Journal. p. 1-13 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Decoding the diversity of daffs: School students in the UK are helping to untangle the genetic complexity behind thousands of different varieties of daffodil
Frediani, K. & Hale, J., 16 Apr 2024, In: Biologist. 71, 1, p. 16-19 3 p., 3.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Editorial
Lakin, L., Frediani, K. (Lead / Corresponding author) & Beresford-Dey, M., 6 Dec 2024, In: The Living Lab. 1, 1, p. 1-5 1.Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial
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Evaluation of 4th European i-Tree Conference & Urban ReLeaf Plenary
McGee, D., Morely, N. & Frediani, K., 6 Aug 2024, Dundee, UK: University of Dundee. 13 p.Research output: Book/Report › Other report
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Fairy Door Trail
Hasti, G. (Artist) & Frediani, K., Jul 2024, Dundee : University of Dundee.Research output: Other contribution
Open AccessFile42 Downloads (Pure)
Prizes
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Finalist for Fantastic for Families Impact Award
Armstrong, V. (Recipient) & Frediani, K. (Recipient), Nov 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Ken Martin Memorial Award 2024
Frediani, K. (Recipient), 25 Jan 2025
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Take Pride in Your City Garden Competition
Floyd, A. (Recipient), Mackintosh, A. (Recipient), Hallyburton, I. (Recipient), Goddard, C. (Recipient), Simeons, F. (Recipient), Godoy Magalhaes, L. (Recipient), McGinnis, C. (Recipient) & Frediani, K. (Recipient), 10 Nov 2022
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The Brian Cox Prize for Excellence in Public Engagement with Research: Project of the Year
Duce, S. (Recipient), Abbott, J. (Recipient), Procter, J. (Recipient), Soares, B. (Recipient), Barton, G. (Recipient), Hale, J. (Recipient), Bos, J. (Recipient), Lakin, L. (Recipient), Frediani, K. (Recipient), Adams, T. (Recipient), Escudero Martinez, C. (Recipient), Harrower, B. (Recipient), Hein, I. (Recipient), Houston, K. (Recipient), Huitema, E. (Recipient), Macaulay, M. (Recipient), Mateos, B. (Recipient), Mcallister, T. (Recipient), Mchugh, K. (Recipient), Robertson-Albertyn, S. (Recipient) & Shadbolt, J. (Recipient), 2 Feb 2023
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TomHall Memorial Literary Prize
Frediani, K. (Recipient), 28 Jan 2023
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Activities
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Arboricultural Association Scottish Branch AGM and public lectures and awards
Frediani, K. (Organiser), Knapman, C. (Speaker), Stuart, S. (Organiser), Frediani, K. (Speaker), Floyd, A. (Contributor), Cooper, M. (Organiser) & Mains, S. (Contributor)
25 Jan 2025Activity: Other activity types › Public engagement and outreach - public lecture/debate/seminar
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Qualify the value of Trees: insights from the UoD Botanic Garden i-Tree Survey
Frediani, K. (Member)
26 Jan 2025Activity: Other activity types › Public engagement and outreach - work on advisory panels
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Nextdoor nature pioneers
Frediani, K. (Speaker)
12 Feb 2024Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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LIFE4ZOO 3rd meeting and workshop Liberec Zoo and the Barcelona Zoo
Frediani, K. (Speaker)
29 Oct 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
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Martin Hendry
Frediani, K. (Host) & Smith, L. (Host)
14 Sept 2024Activity: Hosting a visitor types › Hosting a tour
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Press/Media
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Wee Forests Need a Big Push from Local Schools
Ward, K., Frediani, K., Beresford-Dey, M. & Lakin, L.
19/09/24
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research