About Me

I am an early-career researcher specialising in community ecology, with a focus in understanding how species interactions influence biodiversity patterns across both spatial and temporal scales. Currently, I investigate the combined effects of masting and Janzen–Connell mechanisms in forest regeneration by modelling and fitting natural data into population models that incorporate temporal and spatial density dependence.

I earned my PhD from the University of Melbourne in 2025, where I studied the prevalence of horizontal positive interactions, called facilitation, within annual plant communities. My research integrated empirical data from Spain and Australia with innovative community modelling tools.

Looking ahead, I plan to expand current ecological and evolutionary theories to better reflect observations of community dynamics in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. My aim is to develop practical ecological theories, grounded in natural data, that are applicable across diverse ecosystems.

Above all, I am committed to fostering an inclusive environment where facilitation is a fundamental principle—not only in natural ecosystems but also within the academic community, promoting collaboration and mutual support.