Wood, T.S. and T.G. Marsh. Bryozoans in Space and Time. Freshwater ecology is my primary area of interest, with major focus on the biology of bryozoans. These are among the most common animals living on submerged objects in freshwater habitats. They form colonies of individuals which share the same coelomic space.
Colonies are anatomically simple and easily cloned.
Colony growth and development are poorly understood. Preliminary genetic studies have revealed a number of puzzles, the taxonomy needs, help, and many fundamental aspects of reproduction, digestion, and respiration are entirely unknown. In the past few years my efforts have focused mainly on taxonomy and reproduction. Inevitably, taxonomic work must continue, but I am now also looking into aspects of feeding and digestion. A second area of interest is in formulating practical options for developing countries in response to deteriorating environmental conditions.