Research Projects

The Ávila-Lovera lab is interested in understanding the mechanisms behind drought tolerance, with a focus on the role of stem photosynthesis on plant physiological performance during drought.

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1. Costs and benefits of photosynthetic stems in ecosystems with different precipitation regimes.

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2. Mechanistic link between stem photosynthesis and hydraulics in desert plants.

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3. Role of stem photosynthesis in growth and survival during drought.