Jonathan Myers, PhD
Human Development, Environment, Ecological Research, Tropical Forest Diversity

Jonathan Myers’ work is leading to a better understanding of the role tropical forests play in regulating our climate and how humans are impacting them. Myers, an associate professor of biology, collaborates with scientists in several African countries, including Cameroon and Kenya, through the Smithsonian Forest Global Earth Observatory. Myers looks for patterns in biodiversity, from how they’re formed to where animals live and why.
Location

Cameroon

Democratic Republic of Congo

Gabon

Kenya
Goals & Impact
Increase scientific understanding of forest ecosystems and guide sustainable forest management policies.