Publications by authors named "Marc Rust"
Article Synopsis
- Phenotypic plasticity allows organisms to adapt to changing environments and can evolve under natural selection, showcasing different responses among populations based on their environmental conditions.
- Research in the northern Rocky Mountains over 27 years reveals significant genetic variation in tree growth plasticity among populations, influenced by local environmental factors, specifically environmental heterogeneity and summer drought.
- Contrary to existing theories, higher phenotypic plasticity is associated with greater environmental microhabitat diversity and drought conditions, while populations with less genetic diversity may employ compensatory adaptive strategies.
