Clément Cabioch

My research focuses on the biodiversity and phylogenetics of Homoscleromorpha sponges. My work involves using an integrative approach combining taxonomy, cytology, and genetics to describe species and gain a better understanding of the evolution, classification, and geographic distribution of this sponge group.

My thesis is structured around three objectives :

1. Providing a first biogeographic analysis of Homoscleromorpha diversity on a global scale
2. Studying several collections of Homoscleromorpha gathered during numerous missions conducted by the team, among which a very high percentage of new species have been identified
3. Producing a robust phylogeny

During this PhD, I will also be involved in diving to collect Homoscleromorpha species or to assist with various projects and missions conducted by the team.