Sean Downey

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Sean Downey is an associate professor of anthropology at The Ohio State University, known for his research on swidden agriculture and its impact on rainforest conservation, highlighting how community practices can sustainably manage land use.

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Sean Downey is an associate professor of anthropology at The Ohio State University who led the global study on swidden agriculture.

Slash-and-burn farming was blamed for destroying rainforests, but a study of 18,000 forest patches found community rules can limit clearing and allow trees to return

The Times of India·

India· 2026-07-26

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