I use vertebrates as focal taxa of my research, with most of the studies being centered on amphibians as model-organisms. Working with amphibians as a preferred study group was not a mere, subjective choice. Amphibians are an ideal group for ecological, evolutionary and conservation research, specifically due to their complex and diverse life-histories; since they occupy both terrestrial and aquatic habitats, their study provides valuable insights for both environments. 

My research experience and interests are structured around four main topics that connect multiple fields of study (e.g., Population Biology, Bioacoustics, Biological Invasions): 

• aging and growth patterns;

• adaptive strategies and resilience to environmental stress; 

• animal communication;

• alien species management and distribution.