A new study reveals that forest structure, tree species evenness, and terrain slope jointly influence how carbon is divided among living vegetation, forest litter, and soil. The research found that soil contained the largest share of total carbon in most locations, while vegetation stored more carbon than soil in several plots.
SourceShenyang Agricultural University Collaborative Journals·JournalEnvironmental and Biogeochemical Processes·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 27, 2026
Ecosystems with diverse species and predators function more effectively, maintaining natural processes like pest control and climate regulation. The study analyzed over 300 global food webs and found up to 70 times more predation in diverse ecosystems.
SourceGerman Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig·JournalNature·DateJul 1, 2026
The RESINA project, launched by three Spanish universities, aims to identify and transfer sustainable ways of living from rural Spain. The project will document practices based on neighbourly cooperation, agroecology, and communal resource management, making them publicly available through an Open Methodological Toolkit.
Research found that Western honey bees and myrtle rust fungus have formed an invasional mutualism, where the fungus is nutritious for bees. The fungus remains viable in beehives for over a week, potentially spreading human-assisted to other areas.
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A pilot study discovered over 100 different algae species in German farmland, with blue-green and green algae prevalent during summer, and yellow-green algae during spring and autumn. The research highlights the importance of soil algae in maintaining soil health and fertility.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalFrontiers in Microbiology·TypeObservational study·DateMay 18, 2026
A recent study by Iowa State University researchers found that pollinators support diversity in plant communities, with viable seed production falling by 50% and species diversity decreasing by 27%. The study suggests a two-way street between pollinators and diverse landscapes, highlighting the importance of considering pollinator habi...
SourceIowa State University·JournalEcology·TypeObservational study·DateApr 13, 2026
A study published in Ecology Letters found that similarity in environmental conditions predicts local food web similarity across a continent. The researchers used satellite images and network analysis to identify habitat fragmentation and vegetation amount as major factors in shaping food webs.
SourceRice University·JournalEcology Letters·DateApr 6, 2026
A recent study by Miquel Torrents-Ticó found that human attitudes play a crucial role in determining predator populations. In two Kenyan sites, human tolerance influenced spotted hyena distribution, with tolerated herders allowing predators to thrive. The findings suggest that coexistence is more likely when humans accept predators.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalJournal for Nature Conservation·TypeObservational study·DateApr 1, 2026
Killer whales in southern Alaska have a diverse diet that shifts between Chinook, chum, and coho salmon across different foraging hotspots. The study reveals the importance of accounting for sampling bias in diet studies and highlights the resilience of the region's killer whale population.
SourceUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks·JournalEcosphere·DateFeb 23, 2026
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The METAGROLAND project aims to improve environmental farming schemes by studying plant-pollinator interactions and land manager networks. Key findings include the development of practical guidance for agri-environmental schemes that align ecological processes with real-world management.
Researchers found that tick infection prevalence in Ohio has increased to 47.6%, comparable to endemic US regions like Connecticut. The study suggests that Ohio's forested areas have the same risk of Lyme disease as Connecticut.
SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Medical Entomology·DateFeb 3, 2026
Researchers found that diverse plant communities emit more complex chemical signals, which can affect individual plants and the entire ecosystem. The study highlights the importance of biodiversity in maintaining natural signaling systems and supports sustainable agriculture practices to promote plant diversity.
SourceMax Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 16, 2026
China's Ecological Protection Redline system has identified 32% of the nation's land as crucial ecological space, safeguarding major ecosystems and wildlife species. Recognizing these areas as 'other effective area-based conservation measures' (OECMs) could close the remaining gap to achieving 30x30 without creating new parks.
SourceBiochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University·TypeNews article·DateDec 12, 2025
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Dinosaurs operated with a 'latchkey kid' approach, with young offspring independent and foraging alone after just a few months. This led to an increased number of functional species in dinosaur fossil communities compared to modern mammals.
SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalItalian Journal of Geosciences·DateDec 4, 2025
Researchers used medieval literary works to study vegetation in ancient Indian savannas, finding that they existed for at least 750 years. The study challenges the view that these areas are remnants of former forests and suggests that tree planting efforts may need to focus on different locations.
SourceMichigan State University·JournalPeople and Nature·TypeLiterature review·DateNov 24, 2025
A new study by Dr. Tiago de Melo Cartaxo from the University of Exeter reveals that UNESCO Biosphere Reserves' less prescriptive regulations promote harmonious coexistence between people and nature. The use of soft law instruments supports local responses and fosters community collaboration in environmental management.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalEnvironmental Policy and Law·TypeObservational study·DateNov 3, 2025
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Researchers evaluate ways to redesign land use and nature conservation using integrated approaches to meet ecological, social, and economic goals. Multifunctional landscapes can promote biodiversity, food production, climate regulation, and human well-being.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalNature Reviews Biodiversity·TypeNews article·DateOct 31, 2025
Researchers at OIST found that only cyanobacteria Trichormus azollae are true symbionts of Azolla ferns, with their genomes showing extreme decay and loss of genes. The study sheds light on the genomic impacts of symbiosis and its potential applications in food security.
SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalThe ISME Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 17, 2025
A study by University of Göttingen researchers found that mixed deciduous-conifer forests promote coexistence between red squirrels and dormice. The team observed both species living side by side in these forests, suggesting a potential role for mixed forest management in supporting biodiversity.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalEuropean Journal of Wildlife Research·TypeObservational study·DateJul 3, 2025
A new study by the University of Göttingen and Freie Universität Berlin found that Mediterranean-type regions require tailored restoration methods due to varying soil and climate conditions. The research suggests that compromises are often needed, and what works best depends on local goals and conditions.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalEcography·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2025
Researchers linked comprehensive datasets with physical ocean processes to understand the exceptional marine biodiversity around the Cape Verde Archipelago. The study identified three key mechanisms driving nutrient transport and found that physical dynamics influence not only productivity but also the type of organisms present.
SourceHelmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR)·JournalProgress In Oceanography·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 20, 2025
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Researchers found that dual symbioses between trees and mycorrhizal fungi enhance tree fitness, making them less sensitive to drought and nutrient scarcity. This cooperation enables trees to colonize a larger territory and adapt to harsher climates, particularly in dry areas.
SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalEcology Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 15, 2025
Researchers from the University of the Basque Country's MikroIker group explored microorganism diversity in Añana Salt Valley springs using molecular techniques. They found that archaea predominate in salty waters and bacteria in brackish waters, with similar microbiological profiles between similarly salinated waters.
SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalMicrobial Ecology·TypeNews article·DateApr 11, 2025
Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) reduce inequality, foster trust, and empower citizens by turning energy infrastructures into platforms for social equity and ecological resilience. Policymakers must prioritize inclusive governance to ensure no community is left behind in the fight for a just energy transition.
SourceELSP·JournalRenewable and Sustainable Energy·TypeCase study·DateApr 10, 2025
The study analyzed microbial communities on the China Space Station, revealing common characteristics of environmental microorganisms during long-term human residence. The findings provide a baseline for microbial safety measures and advance research consensus on microbial adaptation capabilities in space.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Life Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 1, 2025
A new study found that microbes in the Sargasso Sea take turns using phosphorus, a critical nutrient for growth, to avoid competition between species. This temporal resource partitioning strategy supports coexistence and efficient nutrient use in this oligotrophic region.
SourceUniversity of Tennessee at Knoxville·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 1, 2025
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A study analyzing nearly 270,000 seed plant species reveals environmental conditions, particularly climate, play a significant role in shaping global plant distributions. Physical barriers have a smaller effect on ancient plant groups that have had longer periods to disperse widely.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·TypeObservational study·DateMar 28, 2025
A new study from Colorado State University found that fortified corrals can reduce livestock losses due to predator attacks on nearby carnivores. The study demonstrated a beneficial spillover effect where households neighboring those with chain-link corrals also reported fewer attacks on their livestock.
SourceColorado State University·JournalConservation Letters·DateMar 14, 2025
The research analyzed satellite images and machine learning to detect forest loss in Ukraine during the war. The study found that Ukraine lost over 800 km² of forests in 2022 and 772 km² in 2023, mainly due to fires in war-torn regions.
SourceUniversità di Bologna·JournalGlobal Ecology and Conservation·DateMar 6, 2025
A study found that soil bacterial communities show increased antimicrobial resistance due to the presence of a predatory bacterium, Myxococcus xanthus. The researchers suggest that exposure to growth-inhibitory molecules released by M. xanthus leads to the enrichment of resistant isolates.
SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalCurrent Biology·DateMar 5, 2025
Hungarian researchers have identified unique bacterial communities in thermal waters that may help unravel the development of stromatolites, one of Earth's oldest rock formations. The findings provide valuable insights into biological and geological processes occurring in extreme environments today.
SourceEötvös Loránd University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 4, 2025
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Researchers found that an endophytic fungus boosts poplars' natural defenses and those induced by insect damage, altering the plant's chemical defense profile and supporting it with a self-produced defense substance. The fungus also influences interactions between insect populations living on trees.
SourceMax Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology·JournalEcology Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 26, 2025
Brondizio's work highlights the vital role of Indigenous peoples in conservation and connects large-scale structural processes to local communities. His research has transformed knowledge of the Amazon region and its socio-ecological issues.
A new UT Knoxville study reveals that over 37 million people in the US are at high risk from compounded effects of environmental hazards such as water shortages, air pollution, and wildfires. Socially vulnerable populations, including low-income households and those with limited access to healthcare, face disproportionate burdens.
SourceUniversity of Tennessee at Knoxville·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·DateFeb 3, 2025
A University of Maine-led team has developed new socioeconomic indicators to holistically monitor the Maine lobster industry's resilience. The indicators, published in Marine Policy, cover coastal accessibility, operational condition, business investments, and other key components of the industry.
SourceUniversity of Maine·JournalMarine Policy·DateJan 22, 2025
A new project, GP4Streets, provides tailored 'greening prescriptions' for UK streets to adapt to local climate challenges. Communities will be equipped with monitoring tools and DIY greening kits to improve air quality, temperature, and biodiversity.
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New research reveals significant transformations in Great Barrier Reef fish communities, with changes in species richness and composition driven by coral diversity rather than coral cover. The study's findings raise questions about the shifting latitudinal diversity gradient and its implications for ecosystem functioning.
SourceLancaster University·JournalNature Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 14, 2025
Researchers developed a cutting-edge method leveraging Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) to predict mesozooplankton community dynamics and visualize their interactions. The study achieved remarkable improvements in forecasting accuracy by integrating inter-series relationships and temporal dependencies among input-variables.
SourceEurasia Academic Publishing Group·JournalEnvironmental Science and Ecotechnology·TypeObservational study·DateJan 13, 2025
The partnership aims to enhance publication and dissemination of eDNA research, increasing visibility and impact. Pensoft will support SeDNAs conferences and publish special issues in its Metabarcoding and Metagenomics journal.
A new study examines legislation and conservation efforts in the Mediterranean region to protect over 80 shark and ray species. The research reveals substantial differences in countries' efforts, with European Union countries leading implementation of measures.
SourceUniversity of Plymouth·JournalBiological Conservation·TypeLiterature review·DateJan 8, 2025
A new study has linked the diversity of a wild bird's gut microbiome with its ornamentation and body condition. Researchers found that a cardinal's gut microbiome can be predicted by its body condition, and the quality of its ornamentation, such as red plumage and beak. This discovery has important applications for conservation biology.
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalOikos·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 10, 2024
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A study published in the Journal of Applied Ecology found that diverse landscapes with good connectivity between quarries and calcareous grasslands support wild bees. Large, old, and flower-rich quarries are particularly valuable habitats for endangered species.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalJournal of Applied Ecology·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 4, 2024
Research from Washington University in St. Louis found that bird wing shape is a key factor shaping biodiversity patterns on islands worldwide. The study revealed how birds' dispersal abilities influence the number of species found on islands, with low-dispersal birds leading to steep species-area relationships.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalEcology Letters·DateDec 3, 2024
A new study reveals significant declines in West African coastal fish stocks, with key local species experiencing reduced catches and smaller fish sizes. Local knowledge from fishermen and fishmongers highlights the impact of semi-industrial fishing practices on marine ecosystems.
SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalMarine Policy·TypeObservational study·DateNov 14, 2024
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A computer modeling study found that glacial isostatic adjustment caused downward movements in the eastern US, while upward movements occurred in eastern Canada, contributing to relative sea-level rise. The research will help generate maps for aquifer management and inform decisions on sea-level rise impacts.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalJournal of Geophysical Research Solid Earth·DateNov 4, 2024
Researchers explored how future changes in the North Water Polynya could impact marine communities. Changes in plankton and fish populations were found to have significant effects on the entire ecosystem. Polar bear numbers are projected to halve due to declining phytoplankton and copepods.
SourceDurham University·JournalPLOS Climate·DateOct 29, 2024
A new study by Rice University researchers found that invasive plants reshape soil microbial communities across the US, making them more uniform and disrupting ecological balance. The study highlights the critical belowground effects of invasive plants on soil health and biodiversity.
SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 28, 2024
A team of researchers has identified mangrove bacteria that can transform polyethylene terephthalate (PET) particles, which are a major contributor to ocean pollution. The discovery of novel enzymes and bacterial species with the ability to break down PET could potentially be used to develop new strategies for plastic waste cleanup.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalTrends in Biotechnology·DateOct 17, 2024
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Researchers discovered that certain bacteria display communal behaviors protecting sensitive species from drugs, allowing them to grow normally in a community. The study found that high drug concentrations cause microbiome communities to collapse and cross-protection strategies are replaced by cross-sensitisation.
SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·JournalCell·DateSep 24, 2024
Researchers found that stored human urine had little impact on soil bacterial communities, increasing nitrifying and denitrifying groups compared to synthetic fertilizers. The study suggests that recycled urine could enhance agricultural sustainability, reduce wastewater pollution, and decrease reliance on synthetic fertilizers.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalApplied Soil Ecology·DateSep 23, 2024
A new study reveals that soil pH sets the stage for microbial interactions and community composition, with bacteria cooperating to survive in acidic environments. The research sheds light on global nitrogen cycling and provides insights into reducing potent greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceOhio State University·JournalNature Microbiology·DateSep 13, 2024
Researchers at Swansea University have created a new framework to understand how complex bacterial communities form associations with multicellular hosts. The study aims to provide a holistic picture of microbiome assembly and its importance in the persistence of both host and microbiome.
SourceSwansea University·JournalTrends in Microbiology·DateSep 6, 2024
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Researchers from FAU and UPR will study cultural dimensions of ecological instability in South Florida and Puerto Rico, capturing nuanced ways communities respond to environmental disruptions. The project aims to develop strategies to mitigate harm and enhance adaptability.
Long-term coral reef monitoring is essential for tracking changes in reef health, composition, and resilience. Ongoing monitoring provides valuable insights into the impact of acute versus chronic disturbances on reefs.
SourceAmerican Institute of Biological Sciences·JournalBioScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 9, 2024
A WVU team investigates how different management practices affect Appalachian forest life and carbon sequestration capabilities. Preliminary data reveals changes in species distribution and ecosystem resilience to climate change.
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The 19th International Symposium on Microbial Ecology will convene in Cape Town, bringing together over 1,500 scientists from 50 countries. The event aims to understand the relationship between microorganisms and their environment.
Researchers at FAU will investigate how microbes respond to climate conditions and develop strategies to enhance soil health in drylands. The project aims to improve understanding of microbial resistance to climate change and discover solutions to reduce soil degradation.
A recent study predicts that lakes worldwide will experience unprecedented surface and subsurface warming, leading to severe disruptions in ecosystems. Tropical lakes are expected to be the first to emerge from natural temperature bounds, while high-latitude lakes may shield their subsurface layers from surface warming.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 12, 2024
A UC Riverside paper has opened the door to understanding more about life's beginnings and early evolution. The study weaves together data from ancient rocks, genomic studies of modern organisms, and recent breakthroughs about the evolving chemistry of the early oceans, atmosphere, and continents.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalNature Reviews Microbiology·DateJul 9, 2024
A research team finds that local community members are indispensable partners in enhancing community engagement in repairing damaged ecosystems. Local values and attitudes play a crucial role in promoting sustainable ecosystem management practices.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalPeople and Nature·TypeSurvey·DateJul 8, 2024
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