Justine Karst, Jacob Beauregard (PhD student), Alexandra Hallin Carlsson (visiting Master's student), Ferf Brownoff (PhD student), Kyle Taylor (research assistant). Missing Liam Easton (PhD candidate).
Our research focuses on the mycorrhizal ecology of forests. Mycorrhizas are symbioses formed between roots and fungi, and play important roles in forest recovery after disturbances, carbon cycling, and formation of soils. Through a combination of field, lab and greenhouse experiments, we learn about mycorrhizas and apply this knowledge to maintain and restore forests on the landscape.
Congratulations to Ana Bermúdez-Contreras, who successfully defended her PhD research on 'Broad and local-scale factors modifying ecosystem recovery after restoration' -- September 4, 2025
Welcome Jacob Beauregard, a new PhD, and Alexandra Hallin Carlsson, a MSc student visiting us from Sweden for the year! -- September 1, 2025
Interested in joining the lab?
We are an inclusive lab committed to providing a welcoming, motivating, and creative research environment for all. We regard viewpoint diversity as strength. Please email justine.karst@ualberta.ca