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📢 Two fully-funded PhD positions at CREAF with Marcos Fernández Martínez 1. Investigating the non-linear dynamics of biogeochemical cycles in all types of ecosystems under increasing stress driven by global change https://lnkd.in/du8Et7hh 2. Spatial and temporal dynamics of biodiversity in Mediterranean spring ecosystems and their association with the main global change drivers https://lnkd.in/dHQiaUjN

I am happy to announce that our research article has been published in the prestigious Environmental DNA journal! This work represents a significant step forward in the field of environmental DNA (eDNA) research. Environmental DNA is a powerful tool for assessing biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems, but the challenges of water collection, sample preservation, and onsite filtration often hinder its application. In our study, we explored an innovative approach to address these issues by testing the use of three cationic surfactants—benzalkonium chloride (BAC), cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), and cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB)—to preserve eDNA in water samples. These results offer a cost-effective and efficient solution to protect eDNA in water samples, making its extraction more reliable and practical for environmental monitoring. I am incredibly grateful to my mentors, colleagues, and everyone who supported this research journey. This milestone is a reminder of the importance of innovation and persistence in addressing real-world challenges. Looking forward to continuing my contributions to the scientific community and advancing solutions that benefit society. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dKfSc-EY #EnvironmentalDNA #Innovation #Conservation #Biodiversity #Science

Value of Marine Artificial Structures (ValMAS) grant opportunity now open from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Apply for funding to enhance understanding of the ecological, economic and social value of marine artificial structures’ (MAS) natural capital to inform decision making and policy solutions for management for all life stages.You must be: based at a UK research organisation eligible for Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) funding (or) in a role that meets the individual eligibility requirements. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to £5,624,000. We will fund 80% of the FEC. Projects must have a duration of 48 months. https://buff.ly/3XB3oUK At Capti Innovation our mission is to make grant funding more accessible. Every year, we help hundreds of companies save time, win funding and accelerate growth by leveraging our extensive expertise in funding opportunities. Email us for more information hello@capti.co.uk #funding #investing #fintech #technology #sustainability #growth #cybersecurity #environment #food #automation #automotive #recycling #nutrition #medicine #robotics #farming #augmentedreality #neuroscience #grants #ukgrants #startupgrants #businessgrants #ukgovernmentgrant #sme #smegrant #businessfunding #smefunding #technologygrant #innovationgrant #capti #captiinnovation #gamechanging #gamechanginginnovation #disruptiveinnovation #smartgrant #ai #manufacturing #sustainable #innovation #telecoms #semiconductors #business #IUK #InnovateUK #SmartGrant #InnovateUKfunding

Value of Marine Artificial Structures (ValMAS) grant opportunity now open from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Apply for funding to enhance understanding of the ecological, economic and social value of marine artificial structures’ (MAS) natural capital to inform decision making and policy solutions for management for all life stages.You must be: based at a UK research organisation eligible for Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) funding (or) in a role that meets the individual eligibility requirements. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to £5,624,000. We will fund 80% of the FEC. Projects must have a duration of 48 months. https://buff.ly/3XB3oUK At Capti Innovation our mission is to make grant funding more accessible. Every year, we help hundreds of companies save time, win funding and accelerate growth by leveraging our extensive expertise in funding opportunities. Email us for more information hello@capti.co.uk #funding #investing #fintech #technology #sustainability #growth #cybersecurity #environment #food #automation #automotive #recycling #nutrition #medicine #robotics #farming #augmentedreality #neuroscience #grants #ukgrants #startupgrants #businessgrants #ukgovernmentgrant #sme #smegrant #businessfunding #smefunding #technologygrant #innovationgrant #capti #captiinnovation #gamechanging #gamechanginginnovation #disruptiveinnovation #smartgrant #ai #manufacturing #sustainable #innovation #telecoms #semiconductors #business #IUK #InnovateUK #SmartGrant #InnovateUKfunding

Hi, I'm Qihui Zhao, a Research Assistant at the State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution👩🔬, where I collaborate with the "Global Estuary Monitoring (GEM) Program" research team. With a strong academic background in environmental engineering and ecology, my past work has primarily focused on ecological footprint analysis and environmental pollution remediation.🏭 As part of the GEM program, my main responsibility involves detecting and analysing pharmaceutical residues in estuary samples. Historically, one of the key challenges in studying global estuary pollution has been the lack of standardized sampling and detection methods, which made it difficult to compare pollution levels across different regions.🏞️This project has provided me with a unique opportunity to collect and analyze estuarine samples from multiple countries using standardized methodologies. This approach enables more accurate monitoring and a deeper understanding of changes in pollutant levels on a global scale.🌏🔍 🌊 "I use my knowledge and skills to restore polluted environments,  just like a doctor heals a patient, and my patient is nature." #CityU #SKLMP #城大 #海洋污染國家重點實驗室 #研究 #research #ocean #海洋 #conservation #海洋保護 #marineconservation #新污染物分析 #EmergingPollutantAnalysis #全球河口監測 #globalestuariesmonitoring #GEM

Nationwide mapping of #greeninfrastructure in Norway. Developed by NINA researchers, it is an important tool for implementing the new global goals for #biodiversity.

"Ecologically, experiments may fail to mimic key properties of natural systems, thus reducing their predictive utility outside of controlled settings. Additionally, these experiments are often located within functioning ecosystems that provide a constant stream of ecosystem services from the landscape, and thus, the results may be strongly context dependent". https://lnkd.in/dWFXu3gV

Press release! Experts available for Interviews on the IPBES Nexus Assessment! ✍ The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) will publish two significant assessments in December. To assist media coverage, we are providing a list of IPBES authors available for interviews regarding the nexus assessment and its European perspective. ✅ The nexus assessment: - Explores the interconnectedness of biodiversity, water, food, and health in the context of climate change, also called the nexus. - Examines how these elements relate to the sustainable development goals, particularly in the realms of food and water security, universal health, biodiversity protection, and climate change mitigation and adaptation. This comprehensive assessment features contributions from 165 expert authors worldwide, including researchers involved in the BIONEXT project, coordinated by the Finnish Environment Institute (Syke). BIONEXT experts available for interviews: Paula Harrison (UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) Hans Keune (University of Antwerp) Soile Kulmala (Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke)) Zuzana Harmáčková (CzechGlobe) Mark Rounsevell (mark.rounsevell@kit.edu; Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)) Elizabeth Noemí Díaz-General (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)) The expert list with all details and more information about the role of BIONEXT 👉 https://lnkd.in/d7PEFyGH #BiodiversityNexus #PressRelease #Nexus #IPBES #TransformativeChange #NexusAssessment

The IPBES (Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services) 11th session is about to begin in #namibia. It improves the link between science and policy on #biodiversity ☘️ issues thanks to the hard work of key 🇪🇺 scientists in #EU and beyond. Learn more about it by checking what the European Research Executive Agency (REA) project BIONEXT Project is doing ⤵️

🚨 New Research Alert: Advancing Aquatic Ecosystem Models (AEMs)! 🚨 PhD candidate Kamilla Kurucz, Professor Matt Hipsey, and colleagues from UWA’s Centre for Water and Spatial Science, Virginia Tech and INTERA Incorporated have published a pivotal paper in Water Resources Research exploring the use of system-level metrics to improve water quality predictions in stratified lakes. 🔑 Key Insights: • System-level metrics were used to improve the calibration of Aquatic Ecosystem Models (AEMs), enhancing predictions of complex dynamics. • The study highlights key management benefits, helping improve reservoir operation strategies. • While some trade-offs in accuracy were noted, the use of system-level metrics improves overall model performance, making it a valuable tool for environmental management. 🎉 Acknowledgments: Special thanks to the Reservoir Group at Virginia Tech for field observations and Quinn Thomas for calibration assistance. This research was funded by U.S. National-Science-Foundation grants and @Australia-Research-Council support. 📄 Read the full study: https://zurl.co/QzkD #WaterQuality #AquaticEcosystems #HydrodynamicModelling #Research #EnvironmentalScience #WaterManagement #AEM UWA School of Agriculture and Environment The University of Western Australia