Tom W. Bell

This study analyzes kelp forest dynamics in Argentina using satellite data from 1985 to 2023, finding significant positive trends in canopy area and potential climate influences.

The paper assesses future threats to global kelp forests from intensifying marine heatwaves and limited protection, finding increased exposure and low current conservation coverage.

This paper develops a spatial prioritization framework for kelp restoration in California using historical and satellite data to classify and prioritize sites for restoration efforts.

The paper identifies regional drivers of kelp density variation in California using long-term monitoring data and generalized additive models.

This study shows that fully protected marine areas in Southern California enhance kelp forest resilience to marine heatwaves through trophic cascades, but not in Central California due to differences in predator presence.