phys.org·May 20, 2026
A new paper emphasizes the importance of understanding how organisms perceive climate in climate-biology research, rather than relying solely on weather station data. The study, led by David Klinges and co-authored by Yale Peabody Museum curators, is published in the April 2026 edition of Trends in Ecology & Evolution.
The paper suggests a paradigm shift in climate-biology research by emphasizing the need to assess climate from the perspective of organisms rather than relying solely on weather station data. This approach could lead to more accurate and relevant findings, potentially influencing future research methodologies and experimental designs in ecology and evolutionary biology.