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Dr. Tom W. Bell III<\/h2>\nAssistant Scientist
\nApplied Ocean Physics & Engineering\nContact Information:<\/strong>
\ntbell@whoi.edu<\/a>
\nLocation: Bigelow 111\nMailing Address:<\/strong>
\n266 Woods Hole Road, MS #12
\nWoods Hole Oceanographic Institution
\nWoods Hole, MA 02543\n\t

Research Interests<\/h3>\nI use a combination of field and laboratory studies, statistical and mechanistic models, and remote sensing to understand how the abundance and physiology of foundation species are spatially structured by environmental dynamics and biotic interactions. Foundation species structure entire communities, which are often ecologically and economically important, by creating physical habitat and enhancing productivity. Thus, fundamental research which quantifies how a changing environment interacts with foundation species can lead to a greater understanding of the associated community.
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Honors, Awards & Societies<\/h3>\n