Landscape Ecology & Ecosystem Science (LEES) Lab
The Landscape Ecology & Ecosystem Science (LEES) Lab at Michigan State University advances research and education on ecosystem and landscape processes under the leadership of Dr. Jiquan Chen.
We investigate how environmental change and human activity shape terrestrial ecosystems — from grasslands, forests, and wetlands to croplands, deserts, and urban landscapes — across multiple spatial and temporal scales. Our research integrates field experiments, environmental remote sensing, ecosystem modeling, and emerging AI technologies to reveal the mechanisms driving carbon, water, and energy fluxes.
Our work is grounded in a commitment to scientific integrity, rigorous methodology, and collaborative scholarship in service of sustainable land management worldwide.
Ecological Processes Recognized for Editorial Excellence
The journal Ecological Processes, edited by Dr. Jiquan Chen, has been recognized among the Top 25% of journals for editorial excellence. Author surveys show 100% overall satisfaction, significantly above the 84% average across all journals.
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