Hi ! I'm Marie-Léa, a graduate Environmental Engineer and Earth Scientist. I have completed my Engineering Degree at Ecole des Mines de Douai and a MS in Earth Science, with a concentration in Atmospheric Physics, Oceanography and Climate Sciences at Ecole Normale Supérieure de Paris.

I currently pursue my doctoral research in the Geoscience Research Department of the University of Rennes (Brittany). My research project focuses on assessing the potentialities of participatory environmental sensors (PES) to reconnect people with nature. 

In this project, we posit that PES can serve as a valuable bridge, reconnecting individuals with the natural world by enhancing their sensory perception, ecological understanding, and sense of agency. 

Developing a robust research method to assess the potentialities of PES to foster nature connectedness requires a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, which also involves drawing upon different disciplines, including environmental science, sociology and psychology. 

The ultimate goal of this project is to provide evidence-based insights into the effectiveness of PES as a tool for reconnecting people with nature and to contribute to a deeper understanding of the relationship between humans and the environment. By demonstrating the benefits of engaging with environmental data collection and analysis, I hope to emphasize the empowering nature of using technology to enhance rather than detract from our relationship with the natural world.

My interest span between research and teaching environmental science and climate processes. After my MS graduation, I worked three years as a full-time Environmental Science Teacher in a private high-school where I had the privilege of creating and teaching the entire course curriculum. 

When I teach, my primary goal is to help students see that science is for everyone, regardless of background, and that with environmental science, we can learn so much about the world around us, even in the middle of the city. My second goal is to guide students through the complexities of the climate system and to explore with them the far-reaching impacts of a changing climate. Ultimately, I try to provide students with the knowledge and understanding to comprehend the climate system and, most importantly, highlight the potential for adaptation. 

Besides research and teaching, I also take part in scientific outreach activities and give talks on climate issues to the general public.