A. J. M. Tack

Biotic and abiotic drivers of ecosystem functioning differ between a temperate and a tropical region

This study compares biotic and abiotic drivers of ecosystem functioning in temperate and tropical regions, finding differing patterns and drivers between the two zones.

Does urbanization lead to parallel demographic shifts across the world in a cosmopolitan plant?

This study examines the demographic effects of urbanization on white clover populations globally, finding increased gene flow and no reduction in genetic diversity in urban areas.

Optimizing insect metabarcoding using replicated mock communities

This study evaluates metabarcoding protocols for insect communities using mock communities, finding that mild lysis is better for presence/absence, while homogenization improves biomass estimates.

The impact of microclimate and soil on the ecology and evolution of an arctic plant

This study examines how temperature and soil conditions affect the ecology and evolution of the alpine bistort, finding strong plastic responses but no genetic differentiation.

Spring phenology dominates over shade in affecting seedling performance and plant attack during the growing season

This study shows that spring phenology has a stronger impact on seedling performance and plant attack than shade, with small mammals playing a key role in mediating these effects.

Can school children support ecological research? Lessons from the ‘Oak bodyguard’ citizen science project

The paper evaluates schoolchildren's ability to collect ecological data through a citizen science project and finds their data require calibration but are comparable to untrained professionals.