With the window for climate action closing fast, scientists have posed the question: what would motivate people to change their behavior? A psychologist from the University of York has taken part in a global study, involving nearly 60,000 participants from 63 countries, to search for answers to this question. The research team tested 11 different...Read More
Job description The new Lab of Animal Network Ecology, led by Prof. Dr. Jochen Fründ, investigates dynamic species interaction networks by combining field experiments, observational studies, data synthesis and modeling. We focus on mutualistic and antagonistic interactions of insects with other organisms, and are particularly interested in temporal dynamics (timing, rewiring) on different time scales....Read More
Job description We offer: A dynamic and challenging full-time research position in an international organization to work on biodiversity change. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a highly productive research team with and an outstanding network of international collaborators. S/he will be offered continuous and careful mentoring aimed at strengthening her/his skillset...Read More
Junior Research Scientist in soil science – Functional role of physical properties of forest soils Job description What will be your mission? The research carried out by the Biogeochemistry of Forest Ecosystems (BEF) unit is centered on forest soils: it aims to improve knowledge on biogeochemical cycles and the functioning or even dysfunction of forest...Read More
Job description The Institute of Forestry of the Johann Heinrich von Thünen Institute, Federal Research Institute for Rural Areas, Forests and Fisheries, in Hamburg-Bergedorf is looking for the following full-time position, limited until 31.01.2027, at the earliest possible date Scientist (f/m/d) (Economics, applied economic disciplines, Forest Sciences or related fields) for the project “Regional Study...Read More
PhD study: Foraging in the landscape of peril; Post-doc: spanning movement and behavioral ecology. Job description A) We offer a fully funded PhD student position (4-years) in behavioural ecology “Foraging in the landscape of peril”. The student will join the international team at the Department of Game Management and Wildlife Biology, Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague, Czech...Read More
The recent run of record-breaking warm temperatures here in Minnesota has spurred numerous casual conversations about climate change, including frequent half-serious exhortations of “welcome to the new normal!” While our short-term weather is not the same as the long-term climate, the past few years have certainly given us a hint of what the future may...Read More
The challenge of climate change transcends traditional environmental policies, requiring a comprehensive and collaborative approach that extends beyond national borders. While countries like China are making significant strides in transitioning to clean energy, the global community must recognize that achieving ambitious climate goals necessitates collective action. China’s leadership in clean energy transition is commendable and...Read More
Forest invasive species are any species that are non-native to a particular forest ecosystem and whose introduction and spread causes, or are likely to cause, socio-cultural, economic or environmental harm or harm to human health (adapted from FAO, 2015).Forest invasive species pose a significant threat to forest ecosystems worldwide. These species, which are not native...Read More
