معرفی
Dr. Max Schmid is an Assistant Professor at the University of Tübingen within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, specializing in Vegetation Ecology. His research bridges ecology and evolutionary biology, focusing on how species respond to environmental changes across spatial and temporal scales.
- Current DFG-funded project on genetic variation in ecological interactions (2025-2028)
- Extensive postdoctoral experience at prestigious institutions: University of Lausanne (2020-2022), University of Zurich (2019-2020), and Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (2019)
Research Focus
Dr. Schmid investigates two primary research lines: (1) theoretical models of eco-evolutionary processes in changing environments, particularly local adaptation and evolutionary rescue, and (2) empirical applications using individual-based simulations to study alpine plant responses to climate change.
His recent publications analyze genomic vulnerabilities in long-lived species, eco-evolutionary tradeoffs, and spatial genetic patterns in fragmented habitats. Collaborations span ecological genetics, conservation biology, and plant ecology.
Advising & Collaborations
- Supervising PhD candidate Muhammed Atif Shariq in the DFG project Genetic variation in light of ecological interactions
- Collaborated with Prof. Katja Tielbörger, Prof. Charles Mullon, and Dr. Felix Gugerli
Labs & Teams
Dr. Schmid is affiliated with the Vegetation Ecology group at the University of Tübingen, contributing to initiatives like the Colorful Meadow project. His work integrates theoretical modeling with empirical conservation strategies.
