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Loretta Battaglia
Ph.D. Ecology, University of Georgia 1998
M.S. Biological Sciences, University of Louisiana Monroe 1991
B.S. Zoology, University of Louisiana Monroe 1988
Email: lbattaglia at plant dot siu dot edu
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Adam Chupp, Ph. D. candidate
M.S. Biology, Virginia Commonwealth University 2005
B.S. Wildlife Biology, Ohio University 2002
My research focuses on the multi-trophic consequences of laurel wilt disease. Laurel wilt disease is caused by a fungal pathogen (Raffaelea lauricola) which is vectored by a recently introduced ambrosia beetle (Xyleborus glabratus) and primarily infects redbay (Persea borbonia), an often abundant sub-canopy species. The disease has spread to more than 60 counties along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts impacting ~95% of redbay trees. As the primary host to palamedes swallowtail larvae and a food source for overwintering frugivorous birds, the functional role of redbay may be quite important. In this regard, my goal is to identify sources of functional redundancy which may contribute to the sustainability of ecological functions following laurel wilt disease.
Email: chuppad at siu dot edu |
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Graham Baker, Undergraduate student
B.S. Plant Biology, Southern Illinois University 2014
I am interested in the response of floodplain forests to both natural and anthropogenic changes. Current research involves the response of Baldcypress and Cherrybark oak to modification of the Cache River in Southern Illinois.
Email: grbaker at siu dot edu |
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Nyssa, Research vessel
18' Oquawka aluminum flat bottom boat (Model # 1860). Equipped with 75 horsepower Mercury outboard engine. Interested in leisurely cruises up and down Florida's East River.
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