S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University

Rethinking environmental legislation to include the conservation ideas of tomorrow

A new study by ZSL and Utah State University argues that rewilding is a crucial approach to address global biodiversity loss. The research calls for revised legislation to facilitate the inclusion of rewilding in conservation efforts, with a focus on monitoring progress and understanding social impacts.

SourceS.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University·JournalJournal of Applied Ecology·DateJan 23, 2018

Scientists warn that saline lakes in dire situation worldwide

Scientists warn that saline lakes globally are in peril due to excessive water withdrawals and climate change, threatening wildlife habitats, industries, and human health. The Great Salt Lake has declined by approximately 11 feet and lost nearly 50% of its area over the last 160 years.

SourceS.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University·JournalNature Geoscience·DateOct 23, 2017

Negative density dependence explains tropical biodiversity

A global study reveals that tropical forests' unique self-suppression mechanism favors rare tree species, contributing to their diversity. In temperate forests, this effect is weaker, allowing common species to dominate.

SourceS.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University·JournalScience·DateJun 30, 2017