Our lab focuses on understanding how organisms adapt to their environments by exploring the interplay between phenotypic plasticity, thermal adaptation, and energy metabolism. Through our work, we aim to uncover the mechanisms that drive ecological and evolutionary responses to environmental challenges.
Phenotypic plasticity
We investigate how organisms modify their traits in response to environmental changes, focusing on the mechanisms and adaptive significance of phenotypic plasticity. Our research explores how developmental and adult environments interact to shape fitness and performance, providing insights into evolutionary responses to changing habitats.
Thermal biology
Our lab studies how temperature affects physiological, behavioral, and reproductive traits, with a focus on thermal performance curves and acclimation responses. We aim to understand how organisms adapt to varying thermal conditions, shedding light on the impacts of climate change on fitness.
Energy metabolism
We explore the regulation of energy reserves, including glycogen and lipids, in response to environmental and genetic factors. Our work links metabolic processes to life-history traits, uncovering how organisms balance energy storage and expenditure to maximize survival and reproduction.
