I specialise in a regional rural development, including island archipelagos, coasts, forests, and lakes. My research focuses on an ecosystem approach to sustainable development and creating resilient rural communities. I presented my studies at prestigious European conferences and organised research seminars across the UK. Apart from being a member of the European Rural Parliament, Regional Studies Association, ESIN, and Island Dynamics academic network, I am a reviewer for a number of academic journals as well as a lead editor and book reviews editor at Urban Island Studies journal (Urban Islands Studies). You will find more about my background here: CV: Zrinka Mendas Curriculum Vitae wordpress.docx
