Jalene M. LaMontagne
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Jalene M. LaMontagne is a leading ecologist whose research focuses on the dynamics of forest ecosystems, particularly the ecological drivers and consequences of mast seeding—the synchronous, intermittent production of large seed crops by tree populations. Her work bridges plant ecology, animal behavior, and ecosystem science, revealing how pulsed resources like acorns and conifer seeds shape food webs, animal population cycles, and forest regeneration. With over 30 citations on her highly influential 2021 paper, "Extending Our Scientific Reach in Arboreal Ecosystems for Research and Management," LaMontagne has championed innovative methods for studying the often-inaccessible forest canopy, emphasizing its critical role in biodiversity maintenance, biogeochemical cycling, and even human health in urban settings. Her contributions have advanced our understanding of how climate change may disrupt these synchronized reproductive events, with cascading effects on wildlife and ecosystem function. Through her integrative approach and advocacy for arboreal research infrastructure, LaMontagne has become a key voice in forest ecology, inspiring new generations of scientists to look up and explore the hidden dynamics of the world’s treetops.
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