My research integrates genetic, morphological and physiological data with mathematical modelling to address fundamental questions in comparative biology. In particular, the function and coordination of species traits during climate adaptation and niche evolution. Current projects are focused on understanding tolerance to heat and drought stress in trees. This involves collecting measurements of plant hydraulic function, characterising the dynamics of tissue dehydration, and applying machine learning approaches to image analysis of plant vascular anatomy.
Research keyword: Evolutionary ecology, ecophysiology
About the BEAKER STREET ROVING SCIENTIST PROGRAM
Each August, hundreds of Roving Scientists descend upon Hobart, filling up pubs and chatting to strangers as part of Beaker Street Festival. Discover a new world down the lens of microscope, and joining the least-boring bar conversations you’ve ever heard and these free (the chats – not the drinks) events.
For Scientists, Beaker Street’s Roving Scientist Program offers an excellent outreach, professional development, and networking opportunity. It’s the nerdiest and funnest way to share your research with the public, expand your network, and be inspired by leaders in all sectors of science and science communication.
