Dr Davide Natalini is a Senior Research Fellow at the Global Sustainability Institute based at Anglia Ruskin University and is Course Director for the MSc Sustainability (run with the Eden Project).

Davide is an interdisciplinary environmental social scientist who studies complex social-ecological systems. His research focusses on how humans and nature interact, with specific attention to environmental conflict, systemic risks and community participation. In his research he implements a range of mixed methods such as computer simulation, quantitative, qualitative and participatory methods.

Davide has extensive experience in participatory and community engaged research, leading knowledge exchange work packages in projects funded by the Nuffield Foundation and British Academy. His work regularly brings together policymakers, local authorities, community organisations and vulnerable groups through workshops, arts-based methods, and serious games.

Davide also contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives bridging sustainability and the arts, including collaborations with the Cambridge School of Art, creative workshops, public exhibitions, and participation in festivals such as Pint of Science.