Projects
Real-time and spatially distributed monitoring of microclimate. University of Antwerp
Development and analysis of spatially explicit models of biological processes. Ghent University
Even though spatially explicit models have become more widely appreciated, there is still no framework that allows for their systematic analysis, calibration and validation. Hence, the main objective of this project is to establish such a framework starting from the first steps already taken in this direction and involving equation-free methods, approximate Bayesian computation and dynamical system measures.
Enhanced spatially explicit modelling of valuable marine organisms by assessing the primary habitability of Cuban waters Ghent University
We propose to develop primary habitability indexes quantifying the habitability of and primary production by marine ecosystems. These indexes shall be embedded as parameters in spatio-temporal models mimicking the dynamics of marine organisms such as shrimp that are of economic, environmental and social interest to Cuba.
Designing spatially differentiated pollution control for agricultural ammonia emissions Ghent University
Agriculture is the main source of ammonia emissions. Atmospheric deposition of ammonia causes eutrophication
in ecosystems. The goal of this project is the design of a spatially differentiated policy to abate agricultural ammonia emissions. Therefore, economically calibrated operational models will be designed. This models will be used to evaluate effectivity, efficiency and compliance of different policy options.
Time and spatially resolved luminescence of nanomaterials Ghent University
The key luminescence properties of rare earth doped nanoparticles, embedded in a transparent matrix, are studied by means of time- resolved spectroscopey and spatially resolved cathodoluminescence in a scanning electron microscope. Variations between particles are evaluated in terms of luminescence spectrum, lifetime, effiency and energy transfer. Yhe effect of particle embedding is studied by evaluation of the particle-matrix interface.
Plant-pollinator and plant-soil interactions in houndstongue: biotic selection mosaics in a plant species from spatially structured dune habitat? Ghent University
Habitat patches in fragmented landscapes are expected to harbor distinct pollinator and herbivore communities according to patch configuration and local environmental factors. Consequently, plant populations in fragmented landscapes are expected to experience distinct selection pressures exerted by local pollinators and herbivores. The goal of this study is to examine these selection pressures and their feedback with plant population genetic ...
Impact of plant- pollinator interactions on the selection of breeding systems, floral traits and plant performance in a spatially structured habitat Ghent University
Variation in flower and plants traits and reproductive success of plant populations can be affected by pollinator communities and by local soil conditions. This research aims to elucidate to what extent both factors inlfuence this process. An obseervational correlative and an experimental reaction norm approach will be carried out on the insect-pollinated Silene nutans in a fragmented dune landscape.