Dylan Philippe is currently working as a PhD Researcher in the Political Economy and Sustainable Development Team. His research interests lie at the intersection of spatial economics and economic development, with a particular focus on exploring the interactions between climate dynamics, land cover and land use changes, demographic shifts, mining, and conflicts. From a technical perspective, his strengths lie in programming and spatial data analysis. Prior to joining the Wyss Academy for Nature, he completed his M.Sc. in Economics at the University of Bologna, where he also gained experience as a part-time research assistant.