Jennine is studying the use of assisted migration as a strategy to prevent extinctions of rare plant species in Alberta due to climate change and habitat fragmentation. The effectiveness of this strategy will be assessed using two model organisms: northern blazing star (Liatris ligulistylis) and long-leaved bluet (Houstonia longifolia). At multiple translocation sites and in extant populations, Jennine will determine which climatic and non-climatic factors (seed viability, dispersal limitations, effects of rarity of pollinators and pests) are limiting populations. She will also use a variety of translocation methods (bare seed, seed puck, and adult corm) to determine which is best for establishment success. Co-supervised by Dr. Ellen MacDonald.