Biosphere 2 Podcast

Author: Aaron Bugaj

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#026: The Worlds Hottest Rainforest - Dr. Joost Van Haren
Episode 26
Monday, 2 December, 2024

We are joined by Dr. Joost Van Haren, the research director of the rainforest biome at Biosphere 2. Joost has been conducting research at Biosphere 2 since 1995, executing experiments in the rainforest related to rainforest ecosystem responses to climate change, including carbon cycling, water cycling, temperature limits, and the effects of drought. He is also an assistant research professor at the University of Arizona, where he teaches science courses and facilitates internships through the W.A. Franke Honors College. In this episode, we talk about the amazing research that's been done in the Biosphere 2 rainforest- past and present. We discuss Joosts fieldwork in Brazil and what makes Biosphere 2 complimentary to field observatories. We discuss the wonder of tropical trees and their unique responses to stress. This episode can get a bit technical, but stick with us. Whenever we got into technical points, I was sure to double back to explain terms and concepts further with Joost. Here is Joost Van Haren.