A Study that Explores How and Why We Spent Time in Nature

Groundbreaking Research

Our study investigates the amount of time a representative sample of United States residents spend outdoors in nature using both self-report measures and objective data from the free smartphone app, NatureDoseTM. Spending time outdoors is linked to numerous health benefits, from reduced stress to improved mental well-being. However, access to nature is not equal for everyone. By understanding who has access and who doesn’t, we can advocate for changes that promote healthier communities.

To learn more about the research, please contact us at nature@clemson.edu

Research Team

Dr. Matthew Browning
Associate Professor in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at Clemson University and Co-Director of the Virtual Reality & Nature Lab

Dr. Olivia McAnirlin
Adjunct Faculty in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at Clemson University and Co-Director of the Virtual Reality & Nature Lab

Dr. Jay Maddock
Professor of Public Health at Texas A&M University and Chair of the Nature & Health Alliance

Dr. Peter James
Associate Professor of Public Health at UC Davis and Director of the Center for Occupational and Environmental Health

Jared Hanley
Founder and CEO of NatureQuant

Dr. Shyam Ranganathan
Assistant Professor of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences and Clemson University

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Thanks to our Sponsors

The Nature Unbound project is generously supported by the REI Cooperative Action Fund. For sponsorship inquiries, please contact us at nature@clemson.edu

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