معرفی
Mari Lepik is a Research Fellow in Plant Ecology at the University of Tartu’s Institute of Ecology and Earth Sciences, within the Faculty of Science and Technology. She specializes in plant ecological processes, particularly focusing on morphological plasticity, community dynamics, and environmental adaptations of herbaceous plants. Her work bridges theoretical ecology with applied research in agroecology and climate resilience.
- Education: PhD in Ecology (2013), Master’s in Plant Ecology (2002) from University of Tartu.
- Career: Holds continuous research roles since 2014, including leadership in projects like 'Agroecology and New Crops in Future Climate' and 'Plant- and Microorganism Mutualistic Relationships in Dynamic Ecosystems.'
Her research interests center on plant responses to environmental gradients, species coexistence mechanisms, and the ecological implications of morphological plasticity. Recent studies explore nitrogen-fixing potential in plant communities and shade-driven growth strategies. Key contributions include experimental insights into how plant plasticity mediates biodiversity and resource competition.
Current projects emphasize agroecological innovation and climate adaptation, aligning with interdisciplinary efforts to address ecological challenges. She has collaborated on EU-funded initiatives and contributed to policy-relevant research on biodiversity conservation and sustainable land use.
