University of Basel

Department of
Environmental Sciences

 

 

 

 

 

Our research focuses on the interplay between aspects of the environment, demography and genetics in adaptation.

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Geographic range limits and constraints to the evolution of the climate niche

Evidence suggests that geographic distribution limits are often set by climate

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Elevational range limits and constraints to the evolution of the climate niche

In mountainous areas such as the Alps, species generally occur over distinct elevational ranges

Mutational load and its ecological impact

Wherever genetic drift predominates as an evolutionary force, it increases mutational load

Mating system evolution: conflicts in sexual reproduction and switch in reproductive systems

Several pollen donors may fertilize the many ovules on a single plant

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Causes of decline in rare plants of calcareous grasslands and recommendations for their managemen

Does the currently high protection status of calcareous grasslands maintain species diversity?

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