Øystein Varpe

Much of my research is on why we observe variation in life histories and behaviour, both within and between species, and how this variation influences population dynamics, interactions and ecosystems. I am also deeply fascinated by seasonality and aim to understand how seasonal environments shape ecological processes and evolutionary adaptations. Most of my work is on birds, fish, and zooplankton, but I happily jump between a wide range of systems and organism groups. I have worked a lot in polar (Arctic and Antarctic) ecosystems, and continue these efforts while also adding more projects on coastal ecology in the areas around Bergen and utilize the latitudinal gradients the Norwegian coast and Svalbard offer. I combine investigations in the field (including experiments) with mathematical models and statistical analyses of data. My main position is with BIO, with adjunct position at the Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA).

For more, visit the Seasonal Ecology Group or my Research Gate profile.

Keywords: evolutionary ecology, population biology, marine ecology, phenology, life history traits, migration, meta-ecosystems