I am an ecologist who uses a multidisciplinary approach to understand and conserve biodiversity through space and time. I earned my Ph.D. from the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina in Brazil and served as a Research Scientist at the Ohio State University. I previously conducted post-doctoral work at other institutions, including the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center and São Paulo University. I joined the U in 2024 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology where I established the BioScales Lab. My lab focuses on exploring: (1) patterns and processes of biodiversity dynamics across space and time, (2) ecological interactions, and (3) effects of global change on biodiversity. To investigate these themes, we integrate theoretical concepts, statistical tools, and field-based methods across multiple scales.
Email: quimbayojp@miami.edu
Tel: 3052840270
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My research is focused on understanding how new forms and species evolve, and the processes which then preserve this diversity once it exists. This involves working at the intersection of evolution, ecology, and genetics, and covering the full spectrum of biological organization, from molecules to ecosystems. I address these questions using tropical insects and plants, which are understudied but facing increasing threats. My overarching goal is to conduct curiosity-driven research that uncovers unifying principles underlying the origins and maintenance of biodiversity, while also advancing our understanding of how species and ecological communities are responding to global change.
Email: neil.rosser@miami.edu
