Netherlands · Global Environmental Change · Reviewed 2026-10-14

Dr. Rik Leemans

Dr. Leemans has contributed as a lead author to multiple IPCC Assessment Reports and the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, leading international research into biodiversity loss and planetary boundary thresholds.

Official faculty profile ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas: Global Environmental Change, Ecosystem Services, Earth System Modeling, IPCC Scenarios
Academic position: Professor of Environmental Systems Analysis & IPCC Co-Author
Primary university source: Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status: Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Global Environmental Change, Ecosystem Services, Earth System Modeling are advised to consult formal department application channels.

Wageningen guide ↗Environment subject guide ↗Mentorship ↗

Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-14. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

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