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Maxine Burkett

Professor of Environmental Social Sciences (Starting July 2025)

Maxine Burkett’s research examines the relationship between environmental change and inequity and its impact on frontline communities, both domestic and international.  With a background in law and diplomacy, her areas of expertise include climate change (international, national, subnational law and policy), ocean and coastal law, climate-related migration, and climate change and human security.