Current Research Projects
Members of Daneshgar's Plant Ecology Research Lab (PERL) conduct experiments and observational studies in the field with the ultimate goal of developing restoration and conservation strategies for native ecosystems.
Ecology of Bahamian Mangroves
Research Questions:
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What role do Bahamian mangrove ecosystems play in the global carbon cycle?
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How will climate change impact mangrove ecosystem services?
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What are the human impacts on mangrove ecosystem function?
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What role does propagule dispersal play in mangrove ecosystem establishment and resilience?
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How are mangroves connected to other coastal communities?
Publications form this work:
Maritime Forest Ecology
Research Questions:
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What are the impacts of climate change on maritime forests?
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How does salt spray impact forest regeneration?
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How does fire suppression impact maritime forests?
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How do maritime forests compare to other forests in nutrient cycling?