Thanks

“Attending this workshop at RMBL has greatly deepened my understanding of the theoretical foundations and mathematical tools essential for studying the link between structure and dynamics in ecological networks. I now feel better equipped to develop integrative frameworks that merge theoretical insights with empirical data collected in the field, which will enhance our predictive ability. Additionally, interacting with researchers who share my interests has been incredibly valuable, broadening my perspective and fostering collaborations that will significantly benefit my career and research.”

“This workshop provided me with a novel understanding of ecological systems through mechanistic models and taught me how to derive and fit these models to empirical data, which I have never been taught to do before. This was the first time I was taught the process of applying ecological theory to empirical data and shown how to use mechanistic models to do so. I also really enjoyed connecting with ecologists in my specific field of research and learning about the diversity of ecological questions being tackled by students, faculty, and non-academics within this field.”

“Best explanation of an entire scientific process (from theory, to model fitting, to final application) that I’ve ever experienced. Highly recommended.”

“Having spent years as a mostly-empirical field ecologist, I came away with renewed confidence and enthusiasm about thinking mathematically. The instructors helped create an extremely collaborative and supportive atmosphere in which it was comfortable to ask potentially humbling questions. At the same time, the workshop demanded intensive theoretical, abstract thinking, periodically challenging us with short exercises in R. The combination was ideal.”