Richard B. Root

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Richard B. Root

Biology

#5284

World Rank

#7729

Historical Rank

#1854

USA Rank

Ecology

#408

World Rank

#450

Historical Rank

#157

USA Rank

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Richard B. Root's Degrees

• PhD Ecology University of California, Berkeley
• Masters Biology Stanford University
• Bachelors Biology Stanford University

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Why Is Richard B. Root Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Richard Bruce "Dick" Root was a professor of evolutionary biology, ecology and entomology. He was an important contributor to the field of ecology, and is best known for introducing the concept of the ecological “guild”. This concept is found in his doctoral research paper focused on defining the ecological niche and comparing the niche dimensions of the blue-grey gnatcatcher with other insectivorous bird species.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Richard B. Root?

Richard B. Root is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of California, Berkeley
• University of Michigan
• Stanford University