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Taxonomic revision and systematics of Nototriche (Malvaceae), a genus from the high Andes of Ecuador.
Project summary:
Nototriche Turcz. is a genus native from the high Andes of South America. In Ecuador, the treatment of this species has been confusing and not well refined. This research aims to understand the Ecuadorian species of Nototriche by conducting a taxonomic revision and implementing systematic procedures for the first time.
First Name:
Emilio Trujillo
Highest degree:
B.Sc (candidate)
Year obtained:
2021
Applicant Status:
Current student
Ecuador
Flowering plants
Relevant publications (minimum 1, maximum 4):
Microclimatic influence on functional diversity in Nototriche (Malvaceae), an ecosystemic engineer, in a hydrologically important area for Ǫuito's Metropolitan District (DMǪ). Research article (in progress).
Guide of vascular plants of the western face of Antisana Volcano (Antisana Ecological Reserve). Field Guide for publishing (in progress).
Scoring Rubric
Your name:
c1. Scientific Merit
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Scientific impact of the study in the proposed taxonomic group or the flora and funga of a geographic region – up to 10 points
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Contribution to the generation of novel systematic/taxonomic/floristic data – up to 5 points
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Quality and significance of questions being addressed – up to 10 points
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Adequacy of methods for testing the research question (data collection/analysis/use of different tools) – up to 10 points
This proposal scores:
/35
C2. Community Building
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Applicant’s potential for completing goals of the proposal within the time frame, and of professional success (based on CV, considering career stage) – up to 10 points
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Explicit inclusion of (a) the use and generation of collections, and (b) conferring with taxonomic/nomenclatural experts – up to 10 points
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Perceived need where more points are given for applicants from low- or middle-income countries – up to 5 points
This proposal scores:
/25
C3. Broader Impacts
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The proposal will yield durable benefits and be disseminated through publications (e.g., taxonomic revisions, checklists, new data provided for existing databases, websites) – up to 20 points
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The proposal involves taxonomic training, fieldwork, and herbarium visits – up to 10 points
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The proposal involves outreach, mentoring, and mobility exchange – up to 10 points
This proposal scores:
/40
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Budget (USD):
2000
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (PUCE)
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