Forest diversity and biodemography ¶

We are a highly collaborative international research team that studies the mechanisms, processes, and principles that give rise to biological diversity and ecosystem function. Our core research themes are centered on understanding how anthropogenic change is altering (1) plant demographics and fitness landscapes, (2) ecological resilience, and (3) extinction risk and functional biodiversity loss. To explore these interconnected research themes, we use computational and mathematical models informed by empirical and observational data, ranging from experimental studies and globally standardized forest inventory datasets to remotely sensed time-series information. Our work spans ecological scales and is grounded in core principles of eco-evolutionary theory. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive lab community that develops, synthesizes, and communicates robust science to guide conservation and restoration efforts and inform international biodiversity policies.