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    The applicant is applying for a Ph.D. position studying how habitat structure, plant diversity, and functional diversity influence insect communities in Singapore. She has experience studying functional leaf traits of tree species along an elevation gradient and determining functional traits of herbaceous plants. Her background in functional ecology and experience conducting fieldwork, statistical analysis, and publishing research have prepared her to explore the biotic components of community ecology. She is passionate about ecosystem ecology and eager to contribute to research projects studying how habitat and plant diversity impact insect communities.

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    The applicant is applying for a Ph.D. position studying how habitat structure, plant diversity, and functional diversity influence insect communities in Singapore. She has experience studying functional leaf traits of tree species along an elevation gradient and determining functional traits of herbaceous plants. Her background in functional ecology and experience conducting fieldwork, statistical analysis, and publishing research have prepared her to explore the biotic components of community ecology. She is passionate about ecosystem ecology and eager to contribute to research projects studying how habitat and plant diversity impact insect communities.

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    The applicant is applying for a Ph.D. position studying how habitat structure, plant diversity, and functional diversity influence insect communities in Singapore. She has experience studying functional leaf traits of tree species along an elevation gradient and determining functional traits of herbaceous plants. Her background in functional ecology and experience conducting fieldwork, statistical analysis, and publishing research have prepared her to explore the biotic components of community ecology. She is passionate about ecosystem ecology and eager to contribute to research projects studying how habitat and plant diversity impact insect communities.

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    Dear Dr.

    Lim Jun Ying,

    It is with great pleasure that I am writing to apply for the Ph.D. position in your research group
    at the National University of Singapore. Understanding how habitat structure, plant taxonomic
    diversity, and functional diversity contribute to insect communities in Singapore has truly caught
    my attention. Insects play a crucial part in ecosystem functioning due to their main role as
    pollinators, decomposers, and prey for other organisms. I strongly believe that by studying how
    habitat structure and diversity of plants influence insect communities, we can gain insights into
    the key factors that support healthy and resilient ecosystems.

    My academic background and research experience in functional ecology have equipped me with
    a deep understanding of the complex interactions within ecological communities. I take great
    pride in mentioning that during my bachelor's thesis, I collaborated with Dr. Francisco Cuesta to
    study functional leaf traits of 119 tree species along a 3000-meter elevation transect. Our
    research focused on understanding how taxonomic diversity shapes functional strategies in
    secondary Andean montane forests. However, I recognize that I have yet to explore one crucial
    aspect of community ecology, which is the biotic component.

    Through this experience, I have not only learned to develop laboratory protocols to determine
    leaf functional traits but also to build a pipeline from scratch to work with this data since this
    groundbreaking study had never been conducted before. Working in the field undoubtedly
    presents unique challenges given their unpredictable weather conditions. However, I embraced
    all the obstacles with determination, persisting to successfully complete all tasks at hand. I also
    gained skills in organizing and conducting statistical analyses, as well as extracting significant
    insights from the data. Finally, all the research team’s efforts led to the publication of our
    research. My first publication and one of the many contributions I expect to make to science.

    Since then, I have been involved in other scientific collaborations and gained further experience
    as a laboratory assistant before pursuing my master's degree. I have also collaborated in a study
    conducted in high Andean moorland, determining functional leaf traits of herbaceous species.
    Currently, I am focusing on studying photosynthetic pigments in trees, aiming to unravel the
    underlying mechanisms governing tree responses to environmental stressors. This program has
    deepened my understanding of plant physiology and the importance of investigating the
    diversity and dynamics of photosynthetic pigments for understanding forest ecosystem
    resilience.

    In conclusion, these experiences have nurtured my research creativity and shaped me into a
    collaborative and resilient individual. I can confidently state that ecosystem ecology is my
    greatest passion and one of my strongest motivations for joining your research group. I am eager
    to contribute my skills, knowledge, and passion to the research conducted at the National
    University of Singapore. Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to
    discussing my qualifications further and contributing to the exciting projects in your research
    group.

    Sincerely,

    Melissa Llerena Zambrano

    mel.llerena92@gmail.com
    +624039161

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