Integrated approach of behavioural ecology, life-history evolution, population dynamics, and the diversity of ecological communities of insects. Applied research is in the field of pest control. Evolution of adaptive traits , including evo-devo , gene mapping and conservation genetics. The integrated approach focuses on the causal, functional and historical explanations of phenotypic and genotypic variation in populations and species, both in space and time. Examination of functioning and evolution of complex structures and complex physiological processes, such as energy metabolism, in vertebrates.
Emphasis is on developmental and molecular research.
Functional and evolutionary explanations of complex structures in vertebrates and their transformations during ontogeny and evolution. The focus is on feeding and respiration in birds. Theoretical and empirical studies of causation, development, function, evolution and neurobiology of animal behaviour, with emphasis on learning processes and communication. Bird vocalization is the major model system. Theoretical Biology and Phylogenetics.