Sharks, Whales, and Dinosaurs
How metabolic power shapes species interactions and global diversity
How metabolic power shapes species interactions and global diversity
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John M. Grady Nature is shaped by species interactions, such as predation and competition. My work focuses on how metabolic differences between species drives interactions and, ultimately, global patterns of diversity. Warm-blooded seals, for instance, are better at hunting cold-blooded fish in chilly waters, where prey metabolism is sluggish. This is an important factor in their high latitude distribution, with conservation implications as sea temperatures continue to rise. I received my Ph.D. in Biology at the University of New Mexico under Felisa Smith. I am currently in a postdoctoral fellow in the Living Earth Collaborative at University of Washington, St. Louis. |
Some Activities
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March 3 - 8, 2019, Tuscany, Italy Gordon Research Conference in Movement Ecology One of the best things about science is traveling! Discussed whale movement, pondered the Leaning Tower of Pisa and joined an after hours dance party with movement folks. Special thanks to Ran Nathan and Tony Dell for getting me there. The cliches about Italy's beauty are all true. |
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January 25, 2019 Predator paper is out! After watching innumerable BBC videos on marine life, I decided to contribute something myself. A synthesis and theory paper on the merits of being warm or cold-blooded at sea. |
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