My Research Interests
My research focuses on how variation in plant traits drive, and are driven by, biotic and abiotic interactions. I use intraspecific variation in functional traits to evaluate how local populations are adapted to specific stressors, including herbivory, salinity, and cold tolerance. I utilize both observational and experimental techniques to evaluate local adaptation and phenotypic plasticity and their effects on local biodiversity.
I currently am investigating trait variation and plasticity in conifer species and how they are influenced by native range distributions by using arboreta and botanic gardens across the United States, you can read more about that at the Holden Arboretum website here.
You can find examples of my research on my CV page, please contact me if you are interested in any of my publications
My research focuses on how variation in plant traits drive, and are driven by, biotic and abiotic interactions. I use intraspecific variation in functional traits to evaluate how local populations are adapted to specific stressors, including herbivory, salinity, and cold tolerance. I utilize both observational and experimental techniques to evaluate local adaptation and phenotypic plasticity and their effects on local biodiversity.
I currently am investigating trait variation and plasticity in conifer species and how they are influenced by native range distributions by using arboreta and botanic gardens across the United States, you can read more about that at the Holden Arboretum website here.
You can find examples of my research on my CV page, please contact me if you are interested in any of my publications