Welcome to the Wu Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology (WEEP) Lab. We use physiology to understand the ecology and evolution of animals. Our research incorporates experimental, field, and computational work to assess how species’ respond to environmental change, with emphasis on informing conservation practices.

Our lab focuses on answering two broad research questions:
•    How do species respond to environmental and anthropogenic change?
•    How does variation in responses scale up to broad-scale ecological and evolutionary patterns?

MISSION STATEMENT
Our group is dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding of how animals interact with their environment and respond to changing conditions.

We are committed to producing high-quality, impactful research to advance the field and inform conservation efforts. Collaboration, curiosity, and rigorous inquiry drive our work, and we strive to mentor the next generation of scientists through hands-on learning, critical thinking, and open science practices.

By bridging fundamental research with applied solutions, we aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of wildlife populations, their ecological roles, and their resilience in a rapidly changing world.