MCF Academy Profile: Navam Niles

Navam Niles is an MCF Academy fellow and Faculty of Science PhD candidate, specialising in climate adaptation governance and the influence of external actors on governance decisions. His multidisciplinary research bridges politics, economics, and environmental policy, with a keen focus on the political economy of development and climate finance. The MCF Academy supports and develops the next generation of climate leaders. Climate change is a complex challenge and solutions cannot be found in just one or two disciplines. The MCF Academy forms a diverse intellectual and interdisciplinary community, drawing from all areas across the University to promote and innovate a rich exchange of ideas. It brings together early career researchers with seasoned academics, and provides training, networks and experience for young researchers to thrive, and themselves strive for a positive climate future.