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Predator-prey interactions: the avian visual sensory perspective

Characterizing the visual system of predators and prey is key to understanding some sensory/cognitive mechanisms involved in predator-prey interactions of visually-oriented animals (e.g., visual search, detection, attack). Most of the knowledge on the visual system of predators and prey comes from non-Passerine birds. However, recent research on Passeriformes provides new insights into the anatomical and behavioral specializations of the prey and the predator sensory systems to enhance detection in different ecological conditions.

Stressed! How plants cope through dynamic responses.

One of our greatest challenges in the next 50 years will be to realize a global society that is fully sustainable.  Water is the most limiting resource for plant growth and agriculture uses between 70-80% of the fresh water supply.  Despite its critical importance, key questions remain regarding how plants sense, transport and efficiently use water.  My research aims to understand plant-environment interactions using a holistic approach that emphasizes the importance of developmental pathways and molecular genetic me

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