As another record-breaking summer comes to a close in the northern hemisphere, questions arise about whether our climate has reached a tipping point. Over 40 climate scientists provide insights, and global cities’ adaptation efforts are highlighted. The upcoming GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference invites participation to shape a new vision for Earth. Carbon capture and...Read More
The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden (USA) manages the “Conservation Action Now” program. The program awards small grants for conservation education, scientific research, and species preservation anywhere in the world. Grants are up to US$2,500. The application deadline is 20 October 2023. Find the conservation small grants program Guidelines and Application The Oklahoma City Zoo...Read More
Forests and other natural carbon reservoirs play an important role in slowing and potentially reversing the effects of climate change. But any carbon stored in nature is vulnerable to either natural or human-caused disturbances. This is one reason why offsetting fossil fuel emissions with natural carbon storage is problematic. If the carbon is lost to the...Read More
Key Information Sustainable management of biodiversity is a focal research topic at NIBIO. The department of Forest Biodiversity is expanding, and we are announcing a PhD-fellowship within the project “Red List of Species – a tool in managing forest biodiversity”. Optionally, we may employ a postdoctoral fellow which may become relevant if we cannot find the...Read More
Job description The candidate will participate in research projects understanding biodiversity patterns (esp. biological invasions) and the underlying drivers under past, current and future conditions. The candidate will be responsible for proposing innovative research questions covering different spatial and temporal scales as well as taxonomic groups. The successful candidate should have prior knowledge in research...Read More
Founded in 2006, Ecosystem Investment Partners (EIP) specializes in large-scale ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions, benefiting both the economy and the environment. Over the years, EIP has played an active role in restoration projects spanning the nation, successfully rehabilitating and safeguarding over 43,000 acres of wetlands and 220 miles of streams. Before co-founding Ecosystem Investment...Read More
The Science Without Borders (SWB) Challenge is an international student art competition. The theme for this year’s challenge is “Hidden Wonders of the Deep.” Students are asked to use their artistic talents to create a piece of art that highlights the beauty and importance of a marine species that is on the brink of extinction. The SWB...Read More
Abstract The Eastern Arc Mountain forests are recognised as the richest forests for biodiversity in mainland Africa. However, disturbances, particularly invasive plants, reduce the capacity of these forests to support biodiversity conservation. This study investigated the abundance, diversity and community composition of rodents in forest sites invaded and uninvaded by Maesopsis eminii in Amani Forest...Read More
Abstract Global climate change and anthropogenic pressure are increasingly adding stress to critically endangered plant species. Unfortunately, the responses of these species are largely unknown in the African tropics to a great extent partly because of limited research. To implement sustainable conservation or adaptation strategy, it is necessary to understand the impacts of climate change...Read More
Abstract The last remnants of lowland forests in eastern Africa are biodiversity hotspots as they host a unique set of endemic animal and plant species. However, the diversity of the forests is threatened by man-made disturbances, including the introduction of non-native plant species. Here, we assessed the current extent and drivers of the spread of...Read More
