Tanzil Malik 

I have a background in environmental science and ecology, and my research interests includes in volatile organic compounds and their role in chemical ecology. I.e. in related to plant-atmospheric interactions and insect-insect interactions, My research interests is also in exploring the impact of environmental factors on biodiversity, and the effect of environmental change on species interactions.

email: tanzilasi89@gmail.com

Mariana Gabrielle Cangco Reyes 

My name is Mariana, my interests include ecological restoration and nature-based solutions. I enjoy scuba diving, going to museums, and chilling on the beach.

Email: reyesmariana141@gmail.com

Jeff 蔡沐慈

I’m Jeff. I like street dance, especially dancehall style. Also, Outdoor activities including mountain climbing and hiking appeal to me a lot.

email: r08632003@ntu.edu.tw

Teddy 楊騰志

My name is Yang Tengzhi, I like painting and handicrafts, mainly on digital painting. I also like to go outdoor, discover and look for various creature.

email: yangteddy667@gmail.com

Jojo Wang

I’m interested in how organisms respond to the forces of urbanization so we may understand how to support cohabitation with non-human beings. I graduated from the University of Chicago with degrees in biology, and environmental and urban studies; my studies there now inform my research interest in cities as a socioecological system. 

In my freetime, I enjoy reading, playing boardgames, exploring the city, and keeping my plants alive!

email: jocelynw@uchicago.edu

Yi-Ta Wu 吳奕達

My passion for behavioural ecology was evoked by the book King Solomon's Ring written by Konrad Lorenz. When I was studying life science at National Taiwan Normal University, the fascinating parasitism-mutualism continuum between burying beetles and their phoretic mites brought me to Sun Lab.

Living on a planet where forests are often threatened by human activity, I aim to understand how environmental change influences species interactions. Staring at the beetles and their mites, I am also curious about if these phoronts have a preference toward their hosts.

While not studying, I enjoy practising swordsmanship following the system of Xin-Yi-Quan (形意拳), Ba-Gua-Zhang (八卦掌), and Iaigirido (居合斬道). Finding the differences and similarities between styles is always impressive for me.

Email: r13247004@ntu.edu.tw

Medium: https://medium.com/@yitacorvus

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@yitacorvus 

Yu-Shieng Huang 黃榆翔

I am Huang Yu-Hsiang, a master's student in the International Program on Climate Change and Sustainable Development (IPCS). My current research at Fushan Botanical Garden focuses on the effects of temperature changes on the reproductive behavior of burying beetles. I am deeply invested in various sustainability issues, particularly biodiversity conservation, the challenges posed by invasive species, and green finance.

Email: r13247011@ntu.edu.tw

Christine Chao 趙慈萱

I was a student of department of entomology, NTU (however I hate cockroaches). My research mainly focuses on the impact of urbanization on burying beetles. I am also interested in climate change and other related issues. 

I like crocheting and watching animation series (Detective Conan only), I like to make cute little things myself to enlighten my life.

Email: cixuan0521@gmail.com

River Basham

My background in behavioural ecology and interspecies hierarchical structures provides a strong basis for my current research. I was introduced to  burying beetles during my undergraduate research on albatross feeding strategies, while completing my degree at Queen’s University (Kingston, Canada). Here, with IPCS, my research will explore the potential benefits of the spherical shape adopted by burying beetles during carcass preparation. When not in the lab, I enjoy cafe hopping, knitting and bouldering!

Email: bashamriver@gmail.com

Ke-An Hung 洪可安

I’m Angela. I graduated with a major in Animal Science and Technology and a minor in Forestry and Resource Conservation, and I am currently a master’s student in the International Program in Climate Change and Sustainable Development (IPCS). My current research focuses on developing a method to analyze gut DNA from burying beetles, with the goal of detecting potential vertebrate species in the environment. This approach will ultimately contribute to building a more complete picture of local and regional biodiversity. I’m passionate about wildlife and nature, and I hope to make a positive impact on the future through science and research. Outside of academics, I love planning adventures and learning about different cultures—I dream of exploring the world, one journey at a time.

Email: angelaisgood100@gmail.com

Hsu Chen 徐箴

I’m Hsu Chen, a student in the Department of Life Science at NTNU. During the internship in the International Program on Climate Change and Sustainable Development (IPCS), my research focuses on how temperature variation affects burying beetles.

In my leisure time, I enjoy surfskating. I also keep two bearded dragons and a leopard gecko. The one in the photo is named Roasted Corn (烤玉米).

Email: 41243218s@gapps.ntnu.edu.tw

Jingyun Huang 黃鏡芸

Center for Atmospheric Resource and Disaster Studies

email: jingyunhuang@ntu.edu.tw

Ping Ku 顧萍

Center for Atmospheric Resource and Disaster Studies

email: pingku@ntu.edu.tw

Megan Chang 張明陽

Lab manager

Megan is currently a research assistant at the Department of Entomology, NTU. Her master's degree focused on honey bee foraging behaviour changes under global warming. Having obtained her BSc in marine biology and resources, Megan is also interested in marine wildlife. She is passionate about animal conservation and is keen to join associated NGO in the future.