Mathematical Biology Seminar: Aditya Raghavan

  • Date: 10/24/2011
  • Time: 15:00
Lecturer(s):
Aditya Raghavan
Location: 

University of Alberta

Topic: 

Optimal Tree Aspect Ratios Among Gradients in Resource Availability

Description: 

Abstract:

 

Tree aspect ratios have been show to be of significance in field ecology and plant allometry.  An understanding of why it is imperative for a particular species of trees to grow the way it does, is warranted.  We suggest a model that ascribes the growth and aspect ratio of trees to the availability of resources.  Preliminary results are discussed and compared with data for known species.

Other Information: 

CAB 657