Brendan Choat

Brendan Choat is a researcher at James Cook University, focusing on plant physiological responses to environmental stressors, particularly drought and hydraulic failure in woody species. His work spans tropical and temperate forests, emphasizing ecosystem vulnerability to climate change.

• Key Research Areas: Drought tolerance, xylem hydraulics, carbon-water coupling in trees, and global forest resilience.
• Collaborative Networks: Extensive partnerships across Australia and internationally, including institutions like Western Sydney University and CSIRO.
• Publications: Major contributions to journals such as New Phytologist, Global Change Biology, and Nature, addressing forest mortality risk, hydraulic traits, and climate adaptation.