REU Student Willow Nagai presents her research on Emergency Preparedness
Willow Nagai is an Undergraduate at the University of Rochester majoring in Political Science and Environmental Studies. Willow joined the A2SI project as a researcher with the NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates program lead by the Environmental Science Institute at UT Austin. Her project investigated resilience hubs, cooling centers, and social vulnerability in the Austin area. She found that Austin residents who have more income, good health status, access to a car, and stronger community relationships are more prepared for emergencies.
REU Student Abby Couture presents her research on Tree Canopy Cover, Social Vulnerability, and Climate Anxiety
Abby Couture is an undergraduate at Wellesley College, completing her bachelor's degree in education and environmental studies. Abby joined the A2SI project as a student researcher with the NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates program lead by the Environmental Science Institute at UT Austin. Her project investigated climate anxiety, green space, and social vulnerability. She found that there was more greenspace in areas with more community relationships, and areas with more social vulnerability live in areas with less tree cover.