Forest Ecology Lab
Our research focuses on understanding the factors that dictate plant species range limits. We are interested in population dynamics, migration patterns, and dispersal over multiple spatial and temporal scales
Research
My broad research interests lie in understanding controls on species’ distributions. I am particularly interested in the factors that dictate range-limits and migration patterns of tree species. Using tree-rings, I also ask questions related to how tree growth is affected by climatic, topographic, and other abiotic factors.
Teaching
I teach a diverse range of classes in ecology and environmental science, including Forest Ecology and Management, Dendrology, Plant Ecology, Population and Community Ecology and ENV Seminar. Overall, my goal is to make whatever topic I am teaching dynamic and engaging, emphasizing critical thinking skills, and leaving my students with a greater appreciation of science as a discipline.
Lab News
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Sept 2026 - Julianna, Graelyn, and Brody joined the lab!
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Sept 2026 - Dana and Mackenzie started their Masters in Natural Resources and Ecology in the lab!
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Sept 2026 - Liv and Annie (and Mark Baran, Steve Langdon and myself) published a paper in Wetlands!!
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Liv and Annie presented their research at the 175th annual Brandreth Park Association meeting