We aim to understand the structure and functioning of communities and ecosystems: how biodiversity and species interactions affect community structure and stability, and how they affect the functioning of ecosystems. The more applied side of our research aims at using concepts, tools and approaches from ecological theory to help design more efficient restoration actions and to sustainably manage agricultural systems. To address these questions, we combine different approaches, including simulations and mathematical models, analysis of large datasets, field observations and experimental manipulations. ​More specifically, our research focus on the following questions:

What is the relationship between structure, function and stability in ecological systems? How do ecosystems respond to multiple global change drivers?

2. Ecosystem recovery dynamics under global change

How can we achieve biodiversity and food security in food production systems while enhancing/ preserving ecosystems health?