Dr Aidan D. Farrell
Senior Lecturer in Plant Physiology
Natural Sciences Building, Old Wing, Room 318
Department of Life Sciences
The University of The West Indies
St. Augustine
Trinidad and Tobago
Telephone: (868) 662-2002 ext. 83110
Fax: 1(868) 663-5241
Email: aidan.farrell@sta.uwi.edu
Publications
Qualifications
- Ph.D. Plant Physiology, University of Dublin, Trinity College, Ireland (2004).
- Postgraduate Diploma (with Distinction), Statistics, University of Dublin, Trinity College, Ireland (2001)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Ecology, University of Edinburgh, UK (1999).
My research examines the mechanisms used by plants to grow and survive in a changing environment, and applies this understanding to help improve the sustainability and resilience of natural and agricultural systems. I have a particular interest in the response of plants to abiotic factors such as temperature, nutrients and water stress.
Research Projects
- • Climate smart crops- using modelling and phenotyping to develop crops that are resilient to heat and drought
- • Anthurium- Selection of Anthurium germplasm for long vase life
- • Improving Forest and Protected Area Management- using ecophysiology methods to improve the management and restoration of protected areas in the face of Climate Change
