Behind the Paper: How forest type and leaf habit shape drought and thermal tolerance in tropical trees
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Summary
PhD student Caitlin Terry discusses her research on drought and thermal tolerances in tropical tree species across an elevational gradient. The study examines how forest type and leaf habit (evergreen vs. deciduous) influence tree species' ability to withstand drought and high temperatures. The blog post also shares behind-the-scenes details about freezing leaf samples in a makeshift bedroom lab and the author's interest in maggot research.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledWe wanted to understand how drought and thermal tolerances in tropical tree species are influenced by leaf habit
Caitlin discusses drought and thermal tolerances in tropical tree species, freezing leaf samples in a bedroom transformed into a lab, and their love for maggot research!
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