Beatrice Youd
My research uses a combination of field and remote sensing methods to answer questions about the impacts of biodiversity and global change on species interactions and the organization and function of ecosystems. I’m focusing my PhD research on better understanding the connections between forest diversity and ecosystem resilience in New England tree species assemblages at the Harvard Forest. In a world so affected by the biodiversity and climate crises, I hope my research can be applied to inform ecosystem management and restoration practices connected to forest diversity and resilience.
The Salata Institute
The Salata Institute supports interdisciplinary research that leads to real-world action, including high-risk/high-reward projects by researchers already working in the climate area and new endeavors that make it easier for Harvard scholars, who have not worked on climate problems, to do so. Faculty interested in the Climate Research Clusters program should note an upcoming deadline for concepts on April 1, 2024.