Jesse Rodenbiker

Visiting Scientist

Research Interests

Dr. Jesse Rodenbiker is a human-environment geographer focusing on environmental governance, urbanization, and social inequality. Dr. Rodenbiker is the author of the book Ecological States: Politics of Science and Nature in Urbanizing China (2023, Cornell University Press). He has written for Annals of the American Association of Geographers, Environment and Planning E: Nature and Space, International Journal of Urban and Regional Research, Land Use Policy, and other venues. Dr. Rodenbiker earned his PhD in Geography from the University of California, Berkeley. At AMNH, Dr. Rodenbiker collaborates with the Center on Biodiversity and Conservation on research related to NYC aquatic harvesting, wildlife, and resource use in the city.