The Unknown Five Scientists Who Saved Science Education in Alabama

My latest at Science of the South.  Probably one of the best and most important things I’ve ever written. The Unknown Five Scientists Who Saved Science Education in Alabama  http://www.scienceofthesouth.com/the-unknown-five-scientists-who-saved-science-education-in-alabama/ On Thursday, December 14th 1989, five Alabama scientists joined together, forming a small line of defense in a battle most Read more…

Species–energy relationships in deep-sea molluscs

My new paper is now online early at the Biology Letters. Abstract: Consensus is growing among ecologists that energy and the factors influencing its utilization can play overarching roles in regulating large-scale patterns of biodiversity. The deep sea—the world’s largest ecosystem—has simplified energetic inputs and thus provides an excellent opportunity Read more…