Jessica Hua
- Associate Professor | Biological Sciences | Binghamton University
Research Interests
Evolutionary Disease Ecology- Can evolutionary responses to environmental change modify the biodiversity-disease relationship?
The Hua lab seeks to understand fundamental mechanisms shaping ecological interactions, evolutionary processes, and eco-evo feedbacks.
In an increasingly interconnected human society, we investigate the role that human activities play in shaping these processes. By studying responses to disturbances (i.e. pollution, temperature shifts, invasive species), we aim to contribute insights to:
(1) The fields of ecology and evolution.
(2) Conservation, restoration, and regulation of aquatic ecosystems and amphibians.
We utilize a tiered approach (individual, population, community, & ecosystem levels) that integrates diverse tools including: Physiology, microbiology, ecotoxicology, evolutionary biology, and community ecology.