Florence Cheung (She/Her)

Student , Georgetown University
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About Florence Cheung

Hello! I am a junior in Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service studying Science, Technology, and international affairs with a minor in Australian, New Zealand and Pacific Studies. 

As a Laidlaw scholar, I am working under the Atmos Jones Lab guided by Dr. Taylor Jones. My research utilizes ECOSTRESS data from the international space station and the Quantum Geographic Information System (QGIS) software to map average evapotranspiration rates and land surface temperatures in Washington, DC neighborhoods. The objective of this research is to understand how local DC communities can utilize ECOSTRESS data to combat extreme heat days.

Outside of Laidlaw, I am an implementation team member for the Global Governance Strategy for Planetary Health under the Helm Lab at Georgetown University. My research is focused on the role of the Commission of Small Island States on Climate change and International Law (COSIS) in reducing international law fragmentation.

In my free time I love spending time at the beach and exploring new places. I am an avid scuba diver and have had the opportunity to dive in 7 countries all over the Caribbean. 

Please feel free to reach out to me here or at fc689@georgetown.edu !

I am a/an:

Undergraduate Leadership & Research Scholar

University

Georgetown University

Laidlaw Cohort Year

2025

Research Topic

Climate Change

Area of Expertise

Environment Politics Social Sciences

I am from:

United States of America

I speak:

Cantonese English Mandarin

My hobbies/interests are:

Nature & environment Running/jogging Swimming Travelling

I am open to participating in mentoring/buddy programmes

Yes

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