Decoding ocean ecosystems to enable coexistence

We are an integrative marine ecology lab that decodes ocean ecosystems by uncovering how physical and eco-evolutionary processes interact to shape the distribution and persistence of life. Our work bridges physics, ecology, and evolution to identify the mechanisms that structure marine systems, from fine-scale interactions to global patterns. Based at Arizona State University, we use access to field systems in Hawai‘i and Bermuda to test how physical and ecological processes shape ecosystems across contrasting ocean basins. By combining field observations, experiments, and computational approaches, we develop a predictive understanding of how ecosystems form, change, and persist. Through this work, we aim to enable more informed coexistence with ocean ecosystems.

We envision a future where ocean ecosystems are understood as predictable systems, enabling humans to coexist with and responsibly shape ocean life.

Variation Drives Innovation

Our lab draws on diverse experiences and perspectives to spark new ways of understanding ocean ecosystems and advancing coexistence with marine life.

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