Methods Blog3/20/2026

Jordan Martin: Covariance reaction norms: A flexible method for estimating complex environmental effects on trait (co)variances

Harriet Rhodes
Throughout March, we are featuring articles shortlisted for the 2025 Robert May Prize. The Robert May Prize is awarded by the British Ecological Society each year for the best paper in Methods in Ecology and Evolution written by an early career author. Jordan Martin’s article ‘Covariance reaction norms: A flexible method for estimating complex environmental effects on trait (co)variances‘ is one of those shortlisted for the award. About the paper What is your shortlisted paper about, and what...