Faculty of Science
Research project description
We will develop temperature-dependent population models for ectoptherms like plants and insects. These models will incorporate the impact of realistic heatwave conditions on the nonlinear responses of organisms to temperature. Models will be tested using fast-growing invasive duckweed populations. Model analysis will include the potential for transient dynamics that have large impacts on population growth.
Fields of research
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Theoretical Ecology
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Mathematical Biology
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Population Biology
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Thermal Biology
Qualifications and ideal student profile
Prospective graduate student researchers must meet or exceed the minimum admission requirements for the programs connected to this opportunity. Visit the program pages using the links on this page to learn more about minimum admission requirements. In addition to minimum requirements, the research supervisor is looking for the following qualifications and student profile.
- Ability to engage with quantitative reasoning about ecological systems
- Familiarity with R or Matlab programming environments
Faculty researcher and supervisor
- Kim Cuddington
Associate Professor, Associate Chair — Graduate Studies, Biology
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Graduate programs connected to this project
Important dates
Population models for heatwave impacts is an open and ongoing research opportunity. Expressions of interest can be submitted for any term.