Dr. Corentin Jouault is an evolutionary biologist specialising in insect evolution and diversification. His research explores the macroevolutionary processes that have shaped insect diversity and distribution over geological time. His work integrates neontological data (e.g., DNA) and palaeontological evidence using modelling and phylogenetic approaches. He places special emphasis on Hymenoptera (ants, wasps, and bees) and amber inclusions, particularly those from the Cretaceous—one of the most critical periods for insect diversification—closely linked to the radiation of flowering plants. Additionally, he investigates the diversity of modern hymenopteran faunas in tropical regions, with a focus on New Caledonia and French Guiana.
Exploring the remote forests of Sabah (Borneo, Malaysia) to document their rich biodiversity.
Revealing the diversity of fossil insects in amber deposits.
Deciphering the diversification and extinction of insects.
