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🌎 As part of the pancanadian 𝗗𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗘 project, I’m thrilled to announce the official launch of our collaborative field campaign!   🌳 The project “𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲 - 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀” seeks to coordinate the efforts of research teams across Canada (and part of the US) to investigate the intraspecific variability of key functional traits related to tree vulnerability to climate change.   💪 We are currently searching for collaborators willing to contribute to the sampling effort!    ❓𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 - Collecting wood cores of Canadian tree species. 📅𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 - Sampling period extends from July 1 to August 30, 2024. ⏳𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 - Approx. 1 to 2 days per site depending on the number of species sampled.   🌿 Participating in this campaign is a unique opportunity to 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 and to contribute to a collective effort across Canada that has the ambition to 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. On a medium-term horizon, we are seeking to change our current way of doing forest management.   👉 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 ? Don’t hesitate to send an email to morgane.dendoncker@uclouvain.be to receive the protocol ! 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺: Isabelle Aubin (CFS), -term horizo (UQO), e (UWaterloo), rent (UQAM), st (UQAM, Université du Québec en Outaouais), Don’t (UQO) Avec la collaboration du Centre d'étude de la forêt Merci Sonia Roy pour l'illustration !   #CollaborativeScience #FunctionalEcology #ForestResilience

The National Science Challenges were set up to research the biggest challenges Aotearoa had. Ten years on they are wrapping up, join myself and others at the BioHeritage Crazy Ambitious Conference 4 whether that be in person or online. Why I value NZ's unique biological heritage is so important is because we were one of the last countries discovered meaning nature existed and thrived on its own for so many years prior. We have a truly unique ecosystem yet there are significant threats long-term and imminently that should and can be addressed. Sign up details below, for those in the public sector it's tight times ahead however development shouldn't be completely off the table. https://lnkd.in/d6xMwiZM

PhD Project on Interactive Effects Between Foundation Species in Subarctic Marine Intertidal Environments Deadline: Open until filled A PhD project is available in collaboration with the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC), the Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR), and Canterbury University on the topic: "Interactive effects between foundation species in subarctic marine intertidal environments." The general aim of the project is to characterise the importance and mechanisms behind positive interactions between foundation species in subarctic environments. More precisely, the PhD project will i) delineate the importance, effects and mechanisms behind facilitating cascades in subarctic environments; ii) verify whether facilitating cascades are maintained along an environmental gradient; and iii) examine the nature and temporal evolution of positive interactions in eelgrass and mussels. More Information: https://lnkd.in/dFneSZqK -------- Good luck!

ICOMOS World Heritage Transhumance Initiative Advances Through Strategic Networking and Collaborations 🌿 👥 The ICOMOS World Heritage Transhumance Initiative, supported by the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan , is gaining momentum through strategic cross-sectoral collaborations. Through elaborating the Thematic Approach to Transhumance heritage, the project aims to strengthen the capacity in preparing robust nominations of properties illustrative of transhumance heritage to the #WorldHeritage List and facilitate their representation in other relevant international programmes. 🤝 The kick-off discussion on 26 September 2024 gathered feedback from more than 30 archaeologists, ethnologists, anthropologists, agricultural economists, animal scientists, ecologists, planners, environmental biologists, livestock and rangelands, public health and landscape experts from various universities from around the world, as well as from national centres and institutes for scientific research of China, Ghana, France, Peru and Spain, from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) and the Carpathian Convention. This network of professionals and academics, all with extensive experience in transhumance, provided a wealth of insights on material attributes of #TranshumanceHeritage, its values and traditional governance systems. Along with additional expert input, these contributions will shape the Thematic Approach to Transhumance Heritage, which will be the main project outcome in 2025. 👉 Since the launch of the project in July 2024, the ICOMOS team has held a series of constructive meetings with lead international institutions. These discussions have centred on fostering cross-sectoral synergies and identifying partnership opportunities for safeguarding transhumance heritage.

📚🕷️ Exciting News! My 3rd PhD Publication - in Journal of Arachnology!!! 💚😊🕷️ I'm thrilled to announce the publication of our latest research titled "The Natural History of Argiope anasuja (Araneae: Araneidae) with Special Reference to Their Mating Behaviour" in Journal of Arachnology 📖🔍 🕷️ In this study, we delve deep into the intriguing world of Argiope anasuja, shedding light on their natural behaviors, particularly focusing on their captivating mating rituals. 🔬 Our research uncovers fascinating insights into the intricate dynamics of these arachnids, providing a comprehensive understanding of their ecology and behavior. 📚 This publication represents a significant contribution to the field of arachnology and biodiversity studies, paving the way for further exploration and conservation efforts. 🌍 I invite you to read our publication and join us in unraveling the mysteries of Argiope anasuja! Link - https://lnkd.in/esAYmxGB #Arachnology #Research #Biodiversity #SciencePublication #MatingBehavior #ArgiopeAnasuja

Last week, our Research Fellow Loes Verdonk travelled all the way to the island of Vilm in the German Baltic Sea to participate in the ValuGaps Summer School on Economic Valuation of Natural Capital: From Theory to Practice.   The Summer School was an initiative by ValuGaps, together with the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BfN), Umweltbundesamt - German Environment Agency (UBA), and German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig. It was aimed at PhD candidates, early career PostDocs and researchers to deepen their knowledge on both the theory and practical application of various economic methods for biodiversity and natural capital valuation🌿   "During this intensive program, I improved my understanding of natural capital and ecosystem services valuation more than I could have imagined. We delved into so many key topics in combatting the natural capital degradation and biodiversity crises we are facing today:''   🟢Ecosystem Services Valuation: Current trends and future directions 🟢Ecosystem Services: Quantifying them with ecological models 🟢Health and Wellbeing: The link between greenspace exposure and human health 🟢Practical Applications: From the use of the Ecosystem Services Valuation Database (ESVD) to integrating ecosystem services valuation in policy contexts   A heartfelt thank you to ValuGaps for their impeccable organization and engaging learnings. Special thanks to the BfN, and all the experts and fellow participants who shared their knowledge on this crucial matter! We can't wait to apply these insights within our methods for impact measurement and management, and truly bring the summer school’s motto 'from theory to practice' into our future work!   On the picture: Loes poses with one of the oldest Oak trees on the island of Vilm - a tree which, too, is a crucial part of our natural capital😉 #naturalcapital #natureconservation #biodiversity

Morning!🌟 Brace yourself for the very second #GRANULAR Knowledge Transfer Accelerator Webinar on “One, None or Thousands Ruralities: A New Vision Based on Functionalities" 🌾🌍 Let's introduce our esteemed speakers: 🔸 Mats Stjernberg Stjernber representing Nordregio, showcasing the #GRANULAR project. 🔸 Henk Oostindiei, from Wageningen University & Research talking about rural multi-functionalities through the #GRANULAR project. 🔸 Lewis Dijkstra, from Joint Research Centre, talking about the definition for Functional Rural Areas  🔸 Francesco Mantino, Council for Agricultural Research and Economics (CREA), sharing about RUSTIK project We're also excited to have Serafin Pazos Vidal and Maria Carla Lostrangio from AEIDL (European association for innovation in local development) as your hosts, welcoming and facilitating this webinar! 🤝🌟 📆Find out more about the event here ✨https://bit.ly/3HDpjU0 The discussion will focus on the need for better classification systems for rural areas, based on recent research from the RUSTIK and GRANULAR - Giving rural actors novel data and re-useable tools to lead public action in rural areas projects, for improved assessments and statistics at EU and national levels. ----------- CIHEAM-IAMM, Nordregio, Wageningen University & Research, International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), PAGE - Pisa Agricultural Economics, Agricultural University of Athens, AEIDL (European association for innovation in local development), University of Southampton, The James Hutton Institute, Thünen Institute, Ecorys, Universidade de Vigo, Region Västerbotten, P10 Netwerk, Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) / Luonnonvarakeskus (Luke), Pays Pyrénées Méditerranée

Join us for the First-Ever Dendrochronology Workshop in Africa. 📅 Date: November 28-29, 2024 📍 Location: International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) campus, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia This workshop, hosted by CIFOR-ICRAF, brings together experts in dendrochronology, wood anatomy, AI, stable isotopes, and ecological modeling to enhance our understanding of Africa's forest ecosystems and their resilience to climate change. Key Objectives:  • Facilitate knowledge exchange and deepen understanding of African forest ecosystems • Promote an integrated assessment of forest management, restoration, and global change ecology • Identify critical knowledge and capacity gaps, proposing practical solutions • Develop a policy brief to promote the use of tree ring science in African universities and research centers Limited funding is available for early-career African scientists. ✍️ Register and submit your abstract: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d4Yh5y4d Aster Gebrekirstos | (PAGES) Past Global Changes | #Trees4Resilience

Under the auspices of: -  IGU Commission on African Studies -  IGU Commission on Biogeography and Biodiversity -  IGU Commission on Modeling Geographical Systems -  IGU Commission on Geography for Future Earth: Coupled Human-Earth Systems for Sustainability -  African Chapter of the International Association of Landscape Ecology -  Uganda Geographical Association (UGA)   The 3rd International GORILLA conference aims to take stock of margining geographic oriented science and knowledge for advancing the sustainability agenda. The GORILLA conference seeks harness geographic science to advance knowledge and foster positive change in understanding and addressing sustainable development challenges and opportunities at local, regional, national, and global scales. The specific objectives are:   - Facilitate exchange of contemporary resilience building knowledge and innovations in a transdisciplinary manner. -  Enhance dialogue to bridge the science-policy-practice to address deficits for addressing pressing resilience challenges and shape policy agendas. -  To enhance capacities and capabilities of early career scientists through mentorship and dedicated trainings focused on the sustainability agenda -  Increase knowledge and scientific outputs from Sub Saharan Africa by facilitating special issue publications - Provide an opportunity for increased networking and beneficial partnerships from attendees with varied backgrounds and professional affiliations to address complex sustainable development challenges.   Abstract Submission: August 31, 2024 Conference: December 4-6, 2024   More info: https://gorilla.mak.ac.ug/   #geography #sustainability #development #science

Delighted to be here at the training in FATES (Functionally Assembled Terrestrial Ecosystem Simulator) model until 13 September 2024, hosted at the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab in Berkeley, California (USA). FATES is a dynamic global vegetation model that represents forest demography and ecophysiology and explicitly simulates competition among trees of different sizes and functional types. FATES’ development is funded by the NGEE-Tropics project, whose goal is to improve predictive understanding of tropical forests and Earth system feedbacks to changing environmental drivers. My participation at this training in FATES is directly involved at my current research project in the Republic of Congo (https://lnkd.in/d9NWP3Kw). Understanding the variation of forest structure and functional composition in response to disturbance regimes for global change applications is important for the quantification of light competition in dynamic global vegetation models as the FATES.