Welcome! I am a quantitative ecologist focusing on how spatial structure in landscapes alter population and community patterns. I am currently working at the University of Minnesota with Allison Shaw, Eric Seabloom, and Elizabeth Borer. My research focuses on applying mathematical and computational techniques to address current spatial ecology questions across varied spatial and temporal scales from macroecology to disease dynamics. I explore how competitive structure, disease dynamics, dispersal behavior, and habitat heterogeneity alter population patterns and community coexistence patterns using models, microcosms, and field experiments.
Current News:

I just returned from field work in Namibia studying the formation of fairy circles along with a 500 Women Scientists field crew. Take a look at our live blog from the field!

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