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Katherine Richardson is a Professor in biological oceanography and Center leader at Globe Institute, University of Copenhagen. Her research focuses on how marine biological processes and biodiversity contribute to the ocean’s role in the Earth system. In addition, she is one of the core developers of the Planetary Boundaries Framework, that proposes guardrails for anthropogenic perturbation of the global environment. For years, she has been a prominent voice in the national and international debate regarding sustainable development, climate, biodiversity, and research policy. Currently, she is Chair of the high-level expert group on the economic and societal impact of research and innovation in the European Commission.
