Tag: tree physiology

#101: Connecting Climate, Carbon, Tree Leaf Phenology and Genetics with Dr. Hanna Makowski

August 19, 2024

Discover how Dr. Hanna Makowski unpacks the secrets of plant responses to environmental stress at Black Rock Forest. From seasonal growth patterns to climate adaptations, her research holds crucial implications for biodiversity and climate change. Join her journey and explore the intersection of genetics and the natural world. For more, visit hannamakowski.com. … More #101: Connecting Climate, Carbon, Tree Leaf Phenology and Genetics with Dr. Hanna Makowski

#91: Examining Tree Physiology with Dr. Lucy Kerhoulas: Insights into Drought Adaptation and the Carbon Smoking Gun

February 26, 2024

Dr. Lucy Kerhoulas, a forest ecophysiologist, shares insights into tree physiology and how trees adapt to environmental challenges. She discusses scientific tools for studying tree responses to environmental changes, including measuring carbon isotopes. Additionally, she explores how trees may cooperate and share resources during times of stress. … More #91: Examining Tree Physiology with Dr. Lucy Kerhoulas: Insights into Drought Adaptation and the Carbon Smoking Gun