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Beaton, Laura

Beaton, Laura

Associate Professor

Biology

Phone: 718-262-5253
Office Location: AC-4E03B
Email: lbeaton@york.cuny.edu

I have three main areas of interest; (1) latitudinal gradients in plant traits related to biotic interactions, (2) seed banks and seed dispersal, and (3) invasive species. I am conducting studies examining latitudinal gradients in defenses against herbivores and competitive ability in common sunflowers across both its native (i.e. North American) and non-native (e.g. Australian) range.

Curriculum Vitae

Office Hours

DayTime
by appointment

Education

DegreeInstitutionFieldDates
PhD McMaster University Biology 2004 
BS McMaster University  1997 
non-degree York College Bridging the Gap Seminar Series 2013 
certificate City University of New York Preparation for Teaching Online 2012 
certificate York College Online Hybrid Course Development Program 2011 
certificate Association of College and University Educators Effective Teaching Practices 2021 
certificate Association of College and University Educators Teaching with AI 2025 

Areas of Expertise

  • Plant Ecology
  • Evolutionary Ecology
  • Seedling Ecology

Publications in Field Of Expertise

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