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Dr. Ting-Wen Chen is an ecologist at the University of Göttingen's J.F. Blumenbach Institute of Zoology and Anthropology, working on project B08: 'Structure and functioning of the decomposer system in lowland rainforest transformation systems.' Their research focuses on soil biodiversity, particularly springtails (Collembola), integrating community ecology and evolutionary biology approaches.
- University: University of Göttingen
- Position: Researcher
- Location: Untere Karspüle 2, Room -1.302, 37073 Göttingen
Dr. Chen completed their dissertation in 2018 at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen titled 'Assembly processes in soil animal communities: Integrating phylogeny and trait-based approaches.' Their work examines how soil animal communities assemble through trait and phylogenetic frameworks, specifically studying functional traits that reflect multidimensional niches including food resource exploitation (α niche traits) and tolerance to abiotic environments (β niche traits).
Research interests center on understanding soil biodiversity mechanisms, with particular focus on three interconnected areas: soil biodiversity and species coexistence, evolution and ecology of functional traits, and multidimensional trophic niches. Dr. Chen's approach combines ecological perspectives on species interactions with evolutionary perspectives on trait inheritance to reveal mechanisms regulating soil animal diversity.
Analysis of Dr. Chen's publication record shows a consistent focus on soil ecology and biodiversity across multiple ecosystems. Their work demonstrates expertise in using complementary approaches including gut content analysis, digestive enzymes, fatty acids, and stable isotopes to study trophic niches in soil organisms. The research spans elevation gradients, seasonal changes, and land-use transformations, providing comprehensive insights into soil animal community dynamics.
Dr. Chen has collaborated with researchers across multiple institutions, with notable collaborations through the EFForTS project examining rainforest transformation systems in Sumatra, Indonesia.
