Global Change Ecology

We study how climate change and other global environmental shifts affect life on Earth—and how ecosystems can help shape a sustainable future.

What we study and how we do it

Our research explores how large-scale changes—such as rising greenhouse gas levels, shifting water cycles, biodiversity loss, and land-use change—impact organisms and ecosystems. We combine modeling, field experiments, and long-term observations to study these effects from genes to global systems. By uncovering how life responds to environmental stress, we identify pathways toward resilience and adaptation.

Why it matters and how it’s applied

Our findings help guide conservation, land management, and climate adaptation strategies. We work with scientists, policymakers, and communities to develop evidence-based solutions that reduce environmental risks and support ecological sustainability. By linking local ecosystems to global processes, we contribute to a deeper understanding of how to sustain life in a rapidly changing world..