The biological world is an incredibly diverse place, full of things like blue and yellow frogs, towering rainforest trees, and a ridiculous variety of insects. My research program focuses on exploring and protecting that incredible diversity of our planet. A sample of the research paths include building 3-D models of the endangered bird diversity of Rio de Janeiro, studying ants using satellites in space, and charting a sustainable future for the Peruvian Amazon. The science is broad in scope, but the unifying theme is to understand and conserve biological diversity. This research includes a wide range of collaborators both here at NC State University and abroad. Those interested in learning more should feel free to send me an email inquiring about opportunities.

Latest News

New study documents 150 proposed dams in the Andean Amazon. Link

Article summarizing ten years of conservation in Rio de Janeiro. Link

Moore Foundation supports sustainability program for Loreto, Peru. Link