Lauren A Onofrio
A better understanding of genetic and geographic variation within red pine (Pinus resinosa Ait.) is important to determine the effects of a changing climate on this species’ growth and survival. We analyze data from provenance tests to assess intra-specific genetic differentiation and to model populations’ growth response to changes in climate. Results indicate that populations’ responses to climate warming will vary, with populations from warmer summers increasing growth less than those from cooler summers.
Major:
Biology
Exhibition Category:
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format:
Poster Presentation
Campus:
University Park
Faculty Sponsor:
Laura Leites, Assistant Professor of Quantitative Forest Ecology
Poster Number:
402