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Robert J Nicholls is Professor of Coastal Engineering within
Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Southampton,
UK. He has contributed to a wide range of influential national and
international publications including the IPCC Assessment
Reports.
W Neil Adger is Professor of Human Geography at the University of
Exeter, UK. His research examines demographic, political economy,
public health and well-being aspects of the Anthropocene.
Craig W Hutton is Professor of Sustainability Science within
Geography and Environment at the University of Southampton, UK. His
research focuses on spatial analysis of vulnerability and the
incorporation of sustainable management, policy and governance into
decision-making processes.
Susan E Hanson is Research Fellow within Engineering and Physical
Sciences at the University of Southampton, UK. She specializes in
coastal vulnerability and management, particularlyas a consequence
of climate change.
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