People
Meet the Team
Under the leadership of Centre Director Dr Christopher Trisos, ASCEND convenes climate scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and postdoctoral fellows from across Africa and the Global South.
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Leadership
Centre leadership
Dr Christopher Trisos
Centre Director, ASCEND
An interdisciplinary climate scientist turning cutting-edge research into evidence for climate policy and action.
Dr Farai Kapfudzaruwa
Deputy Director of Team Science
Leads team science and facilitation, bridging research, policy and practice across Africa.
Mira Blumberg
Administrative Assistant
Supports ASCEND’s programmes, partnerships and day-to-day coordination through strong operational leadership.
Synthesis teams
Our synthesis team members
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