Lidong Mo is a professor at Nankai University. His research focus on global systems ecology under the influences of climate change and human activities. The research framework spans multiple scales: from plant functional traits at the micro‑scale, through community assembly at the meso‑scale, to ecosystem dynamics at the macro‑scale. His work integrates global pattern analysis with mechanistic exploration of ecological processes, following the complete “pattern–process–mechanism” paradigm.

Crowther is a professor at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. Crowther's research explores how biodiversity influences the Earth’s climate system and the wellbeing of local people who depend on it. He is particularly interested in the global distribution and functioning of plants and soil organisms (including fungi and nematodes), and how their interactions regulate global biogeochemistry. His work bridges fundamental ecology with global‐scale modeling to generate an understanding of the forces shaping biodiversity across the globe. He also focuses on how this ecological knowledge can be applied to enhance the success of conservation and restoration efforts by improving the livelihoods of local communities.

Constantin is a professor at University of Tokyo. Constantin’s research explores the dynamic relationship between plants and their environment, with a particular focus on addressing the challenges of climate change. His work centers around fundamental questions concerning ecosystem functioning, biodiversity, and the climate system. At the core of Constantin’s passion is the exploration of seasonal dynamics within ecosystems amidst a changing climate. Through his research, he seeks to contribute to a deeper understanding of how these ecosystems adapt and respond to environmental changes. By shedding light on the intricate interconnections between living organisms and their surroundings, he hopes to inspire actions that will safeguard and preserve our natural world for future generations.