Tropical freshwater ecosystems, despite being among the most threatened globally, remain relatively understudied- particularly in terms of their rich and diverse fauna. Our research group focuses broadly on community ecology, stream fish biodiversity, conservation, and the behavioural ecology of freshwater fish. A central aim of our work is to identify and understand the key ecological drivers- both natural and human-induced- that shape species community structures and influence their ecological functions, such as food web dynamics and behavioural traits.

To address these questions, we employ a combination of field-based investigations and controlled laboratory experiments, integrating observational and experimental approaches to gain a comprehensive understanding of these complex ecosystems.