Forest Isbell
Dr. Isbell investigates how global environmental changes alter plant communities and ecosystem processes. This research bridges and extends previous investigations of biodiversity–ecosystem functioning relationships, biodiversity–stability relationships, nutrient enrichment, land use changes, alternative stable states, and economic valuation of ecosystem services.
Professional Appointments
| 2017- | Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior, University of Minnesota |
| 2015- | Associate Director of Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve, University of Minnesota |
| 2014 | Haines Family Professor of Aboveground Ecology & Assistant Professor of Plant Biology, Department of Plant Biology, University of Georgia |
Professional Preparation
| 2011-2013 | Postdoctoral Associate, Department of Ecology, Evolution & Behavior, University of Minnesota |
| 2010-2011 | Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Biology, McGill University |
| 2010 | Ph.D. Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Iowa State University |
| 2005 | B.S. Biology, University of Northern Iowa, Summa Cum Laude |
| 2005 | B.A. Chemistry Teaching, University of Northern Iowa, Summa Cum Laude |
Contact Information
Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve
2660 Fawn Lake Drive NE, East Bethel, Minnesota 55005
Department of Ecology, Evolution & Behavior
1479 Gortner Ave, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108
Phone: 1-612-301-2601