Ecology and Evolutionary Biology News Archive
How living systems adjust to heat, one gene at a time
2026-06-16
When temperatures rise, living organisms don’t just endure the change—they respond in real time. A new study from Purdue University takes a closer look at how that response unfolds at the genetic level, offering insight into how freshwater ecosystems may shift as the climate warms.
Purdue Researchers Create Database to Predict Parasitic Mite Host Jumps
2024-07-11
Imagine waking up with relentless itching, only to discover tiny, unwelcome guests on your skin. While this scenario may seem rare, the microscopic mites responsible for these irritations are more common and diverse than many realize.
Decoding Climate Change: Tracking Cottonwood Trees' Seasonal Shifts
2024-04-24
In the delicate balance of nature, where timing is everything, could the changing climate disrupt the fundamental rhythm of plant life?
Peace, Love, and Parasites: The Enduring Legacy of Dennis Minchella
2024-02-22
Dennis Minchella's journey at Purdue University began with a Greyhound bus ride from Rochester, New York, armed with little more than a suitcase and a vision.
Bridging Teaching, Mentorship, and Research
2024-01-30
In the fall of 2019, amid the onset of a global pandemic, Andrew Mularo arrived at Purdue University's Biological Sciences Department, propelled by a journey that began at The Ohio State University. His undergraduate tenure in Ecology & Evolution, with a minor in entomology, laid the foundation for a scholarly odyssey defined by a deep-rooted curiosity about natural populations and their adaptive responses to environmental challenges.