Statistical Rethinking 2026 is done: 20 new lectures emphasizing logical and critical statistical workflow, from basics of probability theory to causal inference to reliable computation to sensitivity. It's all free, made just for you. Lecture list and links: github.com/rmcelreath/s...
Hi all. I am very excited that after 6 years I finally got my phylogenetic comparative methods book and online exercises online. Feel free to use and share. The book is here: nhcooper123.github.io/pcm-primer/. Note that it is not finished, we had to abandon it before the sunk costs fallacy broke us
Congrats Cher! 🥳
Excited to share our new paper in @natcomms.nature.com We synthesize causal discovery & inference approaches across traditions (regression adjustment, quasi-expts, SEMs, Granger causality, convergent cross-mapping, and more) into a unified workflow for ecologists. www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Our new paper is now out showing how time perception in animals is linked to their ecology. Using data from 237 species we show temporal perception is faster in species that fly and pursuit predators www.nature.com/articles/s41... 🌐
Our internal organs are evolutionary marvels. New technologies are transforming our understanding of the evolution of vertebrate organs. You can find more by reading here:
rdcu.be/e5EgU
#EvoBio #EvoDevo 🐟🦎🐢🦇🐊🦜
The workflow illustrates a step-by-step process for conducting causal analyses. Arrows indicate the typical flow of an analysis. Two possible pathways are shown: causal discovery approaches (blue), which aim to identify the existence of causal relationships when pre-existing knowledge is low, and causal inference approaches (yellow), which aim to quantify the direction and magnitude of causal effects when pre-existing knowledge is high. The gray feedback loop on the right highlights the iterative refinement of causal analyses based on assessments of the plausibility of causal assumptions.
So, y'all have heard me going on about #causalinference in #ecology a lot. Now our big synthetic guide "Best practices for moving from correlation to causation in ecological research" is out! Led by Hannah Correia & Paul Ferraro, it's a great walk-through for all! 🌍🧪 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
🧪🐠 I am hiring a postdoc! Work will be on patterns of biodiversity across phylogenetic scales using teleost fishes as a model. Apply by end of Jan 2026 for full consideration apply.interfolio.com/179070 I encourage folks to reach out with any questions. Please Share!
I'm recruiting a Ph.D. student for Fall 2026.
Interested in comparative studies and trait evolution in fishes?
Send me an email with a CV and research interests. Please take a look at my website (jcorush.github.io ) for more information about my research.
#hybridization #minnows #mudskippers
New paper titled ‘Functional novelties and behavioural flexibility underpin diversification of the surgeonfish feeding mechanism’. 🐟🐠
link: doi.org/10.1098/rspb...
I'll be giving a seminar on my PhD research tomorrow 24th November 10:00 AM AEST. If you'd like to tune in, please message me for the Zoom link / room number (if based in Townsville)!
This is an INCREDIBLE advance in our understanding of coral diversification. 🪸🎉 Fantastic new work led by @claudiavaga.bsky.social
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Why are some species smaller than a paperclip while others grow longer than a school bus? How is body size evolution governed in animals? Out now in @pnas.org we tackle these longstanding questions through a genetic lens using my favorite group of fishes as our model!! www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
POSTDOC JOB AD: I'm hiring a Bayesian ecologist to build a (IMO, extremely fun) model of humpback whale spatiotemporal dynamics in California
2-year position starting fall 2026. in-person in Santa Cruz; collab w with Mevin Hooten's lab at UT Austin.
ask me Qs or apply: recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF02003
Our aim is to open space for reflection and restraint in the critically important debate on how to support coral reefs (and the people who depend on them) in a climate-changed future.
Find the full, open access paper at the link below:
@cp-cellrepsustain.bsky.social
www.cell.com/cell-reports...
We discuss 5 guiding principles that align long-term resilience with retreat from overengineering, while embracing natural dynamics, bioethics, and novel systems.
@cp-cellrepsustain.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1016/j.cr...
www.cell.com/cell-reports...
MIMO (Minimum-In, Minimum-Out) is a philosophy of practice for stewardship under climate change, centred on ecological and ethical integrity.
Our goal is to broaden the discussion on goals, assumptions & available options.
@cp-cellrepsustain.bsky.social
www.cell.com/cell-reports...
Coral reef conservation is under pressure to act boldly in the face of climate-altered futures.
But how do we choose sustainable, responsible options?
Here, myself, @proftiffanym.bsky.social & David Bellwood introduce "MIMO". 👇
@cp-cellrepsustain.bsky.social
www.cell.com/cell-reports...
Master's degree position at Towson University with Daniel Caetano on macroevolutionary and phylogenetic comparative methods! Daniel is an awesome human and a great mentor, share with your students!
caetanods.weebly.com/join-the-lab...
A job ad with multiple images, including the exterior of the museum, a view of collections (jars on shelves), and pictures of some cool, tropical fish but I don't know enough about fish to describe them other than to say they're pretty colors of yellow and blue/green
🚨We're hiring! The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History is seeking a tenure-track split position as Assistant Curator of Ichthyology and Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences. Please retweet & share with colleagues! 🐟🐠🧪
Apply here: apply.interfolio.com/174674
The Pygmy Shark (Euprotomicrus bispinatus), the world’s second smallest shark species and one of the species with a high overlap with proposed deep sea mining. Credit: Blue Planet Archive / Masa Ushioda.
🚨 NEW PUBLICATION 🚨
Today in @currentbiology.bsky.social, we found that 30 species of #sharks, #rays, and #chimaeras overlap with proposed #deepseamining in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction #ABNJ - over 60% are already #threatened with #extinction 🦈
📸 Blue Planet Archive / Masa Ushioda
New paper in @funecology.bsky.social led by @felixpleiva.bsky.social. We present ShareTrait, a community-driven platform for standardising & sharing individual-level trait data in ectotherms to improve data reuse across studies.
🔗 doi.org/10.1111/1365...
#OpenScience #FAIRdata
A JCU researcher is examining the challenges faced by women in receiving a diagnosis of endometriosis or adenomyosis – and wants to hear from people in North Queensland who have gone through the process.
Full story: shorturl.at/SE7HY
New in @science.org, meet Acronichthys maccagnoi, a new species from Late Creatacous Canada that changes what we know about the origins and evolution of one of the most successful fish groups on Earth.
An A4 flyer for the project "Little Fishes, Big Problems: Using Genomics to Inform Conservation and Management of Pygmy Perches". Text reads "This exciting PhD project will generate and apply cutting edge genomic datasets (whole genomes and genotype-by-sequencing) to inform conservation and management of two freshwater fish species endemic to Western Australia. The highly collaborative research program is will directly contribute to conservation actions and water management in the region. The ideal candidate will have experience with applying molecular techniques to answer ecological, conservation or evolutionary research questions, including DNA extraction bioinformatic pipelines and genomic analysis (not essential). To apply for the project, please submit your academic CV and one page cover letter describing your research interests and relevant experience to Dr. Buckley." It includes a photo of a male western pygmy perch in breeding colours, a QR code, and several logos.
Looking for a #PhD project (or know someone who is)? I'm currently recruiting for a student to work on #conservation and #PopulationGenomics of two freshwater #fish using whole genome and ddRAD data: more info in the flyer below! #PopGen #ConsGen #Biodiversity 🐟🧪🧬
#JobOpportunity in #Adelaide. SARDI is #hiring…
🎣 Senior Research Scientist (Marine Mammal Ecologist)
🗓️ Short Term Contract, up to 31/6/2026
💰$101,285 - $107,078
🚨Deadline: 18 Sep
👀 iworkfor.sa.gov.au/page.php?pag...
🏆 Octopus and Ice Sheet Team @marine-omics.bsky.social is awarded the Aspire Scholarship Eureka Prize for Excellence in Interdisciplinary Scientific Research.
Learn more: youtu.be/8H3bCE6wfjM
#EurekaPrizes
@janstrugnell.bsky.social
@lausally.bsky.social
@nick-golledge.bsky.social
Happy to hear this! 🙌 Congratulations Chris!
