Jacob Herschberger

About Me

Recent doctoral graduate living in Thailand with my spouse till June 2027. Part time Teaching assistant at UF. Open to remote work in ecological data analysis.

Variation of multiple plant defences and herbivory reveal different patterns of adaptation across a productivity gradient
Variation of multiple plant defences and herbivory reveal different patterns of adaptation across a productivity gradient

Overall, these findings suggest that different types of defensive traits within a single species may follow different ecological and evolutionary trends and highlight the need for trait-specific considerations when applying plant defence hypotheses at the intraspecific level.

Aug 19, 2026

Impacts of ramet density and herbivory on floral volatile emissions and seed production in Solidago altissima
Impacts of ramet density and herbivory on floral volatile emissions and seed production in Solidago altissima

Our results suggest that while herbivory and ramet density influence floral scent, these changes do not affect reproduction in our study. Ultimately, generalist-pollinated plants like S. altissima might not rely heavily on chemical signaling during pollination.

Oct 8, 2024

Leaf Shelters Facilitate the Colonisation of Arthropods and Enhance Microbial Diversity on Plants
Leaf Shelters Facilitate the Colonisation of Arthropods and Enhance Microbial Diversity on Plants

These findings demonstrate the critical role of leaf shelters in structuring both arthropod and microbial communities through altered microhabitats and species interactions.

Oct 2, 2024