About us

Our invertebrate ecology research explores the crucial roles invertebrates play in the ecosystem. From pollination and nutrient cycling to food web dynamics, we investigate how invertebrates respond to the environment using field surveys, experimental manipulations, and advanced imaging and molecular techniques.

Our research studies the influence of climate change on biodiversity and biotic interactions (hostplant-herbivores, competition and host-parasite interactions). We also study the implications of invertebrate declines for ecosystem health and human well-being, where we seek to develop strategies to support sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation.

The group aims to contribute to safeguarding the benefits invertebrates can provide to our wider ecosystem, helping develop resilient and productive environments.