Olena Kozak

PhD
Researcher
Ecology

Ecology and Genetics
Faculty of Science

Olena Kozak

Olena Kozak is an ecologist and educator with over a decade of experience in ecological research, environmental consultancy, sustainability, and higher and non-formal education. Her work combines ecological knowledge with fundamental and applied research, as well as the development of educational approaches that support sustainability. Olena's research interests include vegetation ecology, invasive species expansion, biodiversity patterns and assessment, ecological responses to environmental change, the impacts of war on ecosystems, and ecological restoration. She is also interested in citizen science, interactive learning, and education for sustainable development.

Research interests

  • Vegetation ecology
  • Biodiversity assessment
  • Climate change ecology
  • Environmental impacts of war
  • Invasive species ecology
  • Ecological restoration and ecosystem recovery
  • Citizen science
  • Education for sustainable development

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Olena.Kozak@oulu.fi