BISCA Affiliate Network to Accelerate Global Sustainability Solutions
The University of Birmingham leads transdisciplinary research uniting experts to tackle climate and sustainability challenges for a resilient future.
The University of Birmingham leads transdisciplinary research uniting experts to tackle climate and sustainability challenges for a resilient future.
The University of Birmingham continues to drive world-leading, transdisciplinary research to tackle urgent sustainability and climate challenges, bringing together diverse expertise and shared purpose for a more resilient future.
The Birmingham Institute for Sustainability & Climate Action (BISCA) has welcomed 30 new Affiliates, expanding its network to 96 experts across a wide range of disciplines. This growing community reflects the University’s deep commitment to advancing impactful, cross-sector collaboration in sustainability and climate research.
BISCA Affiliates form a dynamic and collaborative network of researchers who work across disciplines to address society’s most pressing environmental challenges. Their collective efforts span climate science, health, finance, artificial intelligence, and more—generating actionable insights that influence global policy, shape local action, and drive innovation.
This network goes beyond academic collaboration, it’s about building partnerships that can translate ideas into impact - from shaping international policy to transforming local communities
BISCA acts as a catalyst for sustainability and climate action at the University of Birmingham, connecting researchers, students, policymakers, and practitioners. By supporting research excellence and enabling real-world impact, BISCA aims to improve lives and protect ecosystems in an increasingly complex and fast-changing world.
As BISCA’s network continues to grow, so does its potential to deliver transformative change. The University proudly supports this thriving community of experts and looks forward to the bold, collaborative solutions it will continue to develop.
BISCA is inviting external experts, practitioners, and thought leaders to join our mission. The new BISCA Associates programme offers a platform for external collaborators to contribute to our shared vision of sustainability and climate resilience.
Senior Lecturer in Business Economics
Liza joined the Business School in 2010. Previously she worked as a lecturer at the Manchester Business School and as a research fellow at the University of Nottingham.
Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sustainability)
David M. Hannah is Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sustainability), Professor of Hydrology and UNESCO Chair in Water Sciences, and Director of the Birmingham Institute for Sustainability & Climate Action.
Associate Professor
Helen's research interests include microbial responses to environmental stress, use of natural preservatives in food processing, food safety, quality and spoilage and antimicrobial resistance.