Students learn about ecology and the scientific method by designing and implementing their own ecological research project. Working in small groups, they generate hypotheses, design experiments, collect and analyse data, and interpret and present the results, thereby encompassing the entire research process. In so doing, they will also learn about ecological principles and ideas.

Tropical rain forests, the world's most biodiverse habits, suffer from habitat loss, fragmentation, and climate change. Their continued degradation will impact future climate, global biodiversity, and livelihoods of billions of people. We will explore the structure, dynamics, and ecological functions of rain forests to provide the scientific foundation for their conservation and restoration.