Laura Phillips

Project title: The evolution of thermal tolerance in Collembola

Laura’s primary research interests are the ecology and evolution of species, and their interaction with climate change. Currently, Laura is investigating the evolution of thermal tolerance in various species of Collembola. This work continues from her honours research, which she completed in 2015 (First Class). Prior to this, Laura completed a Bachelor of Science at Monash University in 2014, majoring in ecology and zoology.