​Welcome to the McCary Lab website! Our lab investigates the fundamental drivers and consequences of human-induced disturbances on ecosystems, with a particular interest in disentangling the relationship between soil biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. Our research goals aim to address fundamental ecological questions, socio-ecological interactions in urban environments, and issues relating to conservation, restoration, and environmental justice. We strive to conduct our work in an ethical manner while using different platforms to communicate our research findings.

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Fragmentation and management impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning

Invasive plants and soil food webs

Ecosystem linkages and aboveground-belowground food webs