Applications of quantitative approaches to key ecological challenges
Dr Peter Stewart (University of Glasgow)
Thursday 24th October 14:00-15:00 Maths 311B
Abstract
Ecosystems worldwide are under increasing threat from human activity, biological invasions, and climate change. Quantitative ecology has a key role in tackling these interlinked challenges. In this talk, I will discuss my work applying a combination of quantitative and field-based approaches to a range of problems related to global environmental change.
First, I will discuss the use of graph-based causal inference methods to understand the patterns and drivers of species occurrence. I will then discuss the application of these methods to study the distributions of tree pests and diseases in the UK.
Second, I will cover my work on the impacts of invasive species on animal behaviour, with a specific focus on how invasive Opuntia cacti affect the habitat use of wild mammals in Laikipia County, Kenya.
Finally, I will discuss the work I am conducting during my time at Glasgow, which focuses on understanding how anthropogenic disturbance affects the behaviour and population dynamics of migratory wildebeest in the Serengeti.
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