Details of Award
NERC Reference : NE/A503439/1
The population dynamical implications of variation in spatial structure.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor M Boots, University of Sheffield, Animal and Plant Sciences
- Grant held at:
- University of Sheffield, Animal and Plant Sciences
- Science Area:
- Terrestrial
- Overall Classification:
- Terrestrial
- ENRIs:
- Natural Resource Management
- Global Change
- Environmental Risks and Hazards
- Biodiversity
- Science Topics:
- Population Genetics/Evolution
- Population Ecology
- Conservation Ecology
- Community Ecology
- Abstract:
- The role of spatial structure is emerging as one of the central issues of modem population ecology. The development of spatial theory - driven in large part by advances in computing and analytical techniques - has not however, been matched by a corresponding growth m replicated empirical studies. This proposal seeks funding to carry out one of the first replicated studies where the spatial characteristics of a population are altered and the effects on population dynamics examined. Replicated host and host/parasite microcosms will be established with different spatial structures and the populations assayed over a period of two years. The results will be compared to the predictions of theory and used to guide the development of subsequent theory by the PI.
- NERC Reference:
- NE/A503439/1
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- New Investigators Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- New Investigators
This grant award has a total value of £22,912
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - Staff | Total - Indirect Costs |
|---|---|
| £15,693 | £7,219 |
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