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En återinventering och analys av den svenska populationen av svart nervmossa (Campylopus atrovirens)
(2025-04-04)Bristly swan-neck moss (Campylopus atrovirens) is in Sweden a very rare moss that only grows on a few blocks and cliffs around Gothenburg. The species can globally only be found in areas with high precipitation. Rain fall ... -
Genetic diversity of the green macroalga Ulva linza in Kattegat and the Baltic sea with recommendations for aquaculture
(2025-02-24)Genetic diversity is essential for the establishment of a sustainable seaweed aquaculture, as it serves as the foundation for population health and resilience to environmental stressors. The interest in green algal species ... -
Sex-specific behavior in juvenile brown trout (Salmo trutta). Investigating the impact of sex on dominance and aggression among juvenile brown trout by using new DNA-based sex identification.
(2025-02-17)In salmonid populations, social structures generate dominant individuals that typically display higher ag-gression, securing high-quality resources and optimize chances of survival. Studies within the subject of dominance ... -
Allometric models for aboveground biomass in small and multi-stemed trees in Rwanda
(2025-02-17)Estimates of aboveground biomass (AGB) of trees are crucial for understanding how forest ecosystems influence the global carbon cycle and tropical forests are of particular importance. Allometric equations are used to ... -
ECOSYSTEM SERVICES IN URBAN PARKS: A CASE STUDY OF SLOTTSSKOGEN
(2025-02-17)Urban areas have grown substantially over the last century and are on course to being the overwhelming setting by which most people on our planet live. With urbanisation comes disproportionate environmental and anthropogenic ... -
Dynamics in brood chamber pH of the European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) in response to ocean acidification
(2025-02-10)Ocean acidification is posing a threat to marine bivalve species who struggle to deposit calcium carbonate in order to grow their shell. Some oyster species have developed a brooding reproductive strategy which might help ... -
Unlocking the Mysterious of Nocturnal Aerosol Growth: An STXM/NEXAFS Investigation on New Delhi Aerosols
(2025-02-10)Delhi, one of the most polluted regions in the world, encounters noteworthy emissions of both anthropogenic and natural particles, particularly during winter. However, there is a scarcity of information on these aerosols’ ... -
THE IMPACT OF POLLUTION ON SEDIMENT MEIOFAUNA
(2025-02-06)The decline of biodiversity due to anthropogenic pressures poses a significant threat to ecosystem stability and functionality. Pollution, such as eutrophication and contaminants, emerges as a critical factor disrupting ... -
Allmänhetens värdering av urbana ekosystemtjänster: Resultatet av en enkätstudie i Göteborg
(2025-02-06)In a world where 68 percent of the earth's population is projected to live in cities by 2050, cities need to develop to meet future needs (UN, 2018). Traditionally, there are two strategies for making cities grow: through ... -
NOVEL CULTIVATION METHOD INCREASES CRUDE PROTEIN CONTENT AND IMPACTS SENSORY ATTRIBUTES OF RED SEAWEED PALMARIA PALMATA
(2025-01-14)The red seaweed Palmaria palmata could be a sustainable protein source with a low environmental footprint to feed a growing global population. However, its protein content should ideally be optimised to be on par with ... -
Navigating the Future: A Comprehensive Literature Review on Solid Waste Management in Africa, with a Comparative Analysis of Nigeria, Kenya and Rwanda
(2024-12-18)Solid waste management (SWM) is a very crucial issue in Africa, aggravated by rise in population, rapid urbanization, change in consumer behavior and limited infrastructure. Though some African countries are experiencing ... -
Reproduction and adapted histology for Yellow Hedgehog sponges. A study of Polymastia boletiformis in the Koster Sea.
(2024-12-16)The Koster Sea is Sweden's most sponge rich area, hosting around 160 sponge species. Sponges are filter feeding invertebrates that belong to one of the oldest animal phyla on earth, Porifera. Concerning their body structure, ... -
THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES BATTERIES: A systematic study on the Environmental Impacts of Lithium-Ion Battery Production for Electric Vehicles
(2024-12-02)Electric vehicles (EVs) are widely regarded as the most promising replacement for traditional internal combustion engine cars. However, their rise also introduces new challenges, particularly the increased demand for ... -
Movement patterns and social dynamics of male African Savannah elephants (Loxodonta africana). Following the steps of giants.
(2024-11-29)Wildlife populations are decreasing all over the globe. Conflicts with humans increase as the wild landscapes shrink. The African savannah elephant (Loxodonta africana) used to roam in most parts of Africa but only a ... -
Is the city buzzing? Functional diversity of wild bees in an urban park.
(2024-11-29)Wild bees are in decline, threatening the ecosystem functioning and pollination services that we are so dependent on. The rapid fragmentation and urbanisation are some of the major threats to the bee habitats, with ... -
EVALUATION OF THE PERFORMANCE OF MARINE ANAMMOX, Candidatus SCALINDUA, UNDER REAL RECIRCULATING AQUACULTURE SYSTEM NITROGEN CONDITIONS
(2024-11-28)In an effort to find a sustainable and nutritious food source to meet the demands of an increasing population, recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) have proven to be a promising candidate. RAS are tank-based setups ... -
REPLACEMENT OF FEED FOR AFRICAN CATFISH (CLARIAS GARIEPINUS) WITH BYPRODUCTS FROM LOCAL FISHING: Are local fish wastes trash or treat, can they replace commercial feeds for more sustainable production?
(2024-11-28)A persisting issue with current aquaculture practices is the large-scale demand for fishmeal in aquafeeds, which puts pressure on wild fish stocks as well as on markets, creating environmental and social dilemmas. ... -
TOXICITY AND DECISION-MAKING IN CIRCULARITY: Evaluation of the Environmental and Health Risks of Circular Economy Practices and Plastic Recycling in the Bolivian Beverage Industry
(2024-11-21)This study evaluated the environmental and health risks associated with using recycled plastic for food-contact packaging in Bolivia, aligning with the global shift towards a circular economy. The project had four ... -
CHRONIC EXPOSURE OF TRACE LEVEL MERCURY IN SVALBARD REINDEER and the optimisation of gene expression tools for biomarkers of mercury toxicity
(2024-11-21)Mercury (Hg) is a highly toxic global pollutant whose levels have more than tripled in the atmosphere since before the Industrial Revolution. The unique climate and geography of the high Arctic facilitate the deposition ... -
Genetic confusion. Gymnasieelevers missuppfattningar om genetik och undervisningsstrategier för att motverka dem.
(2024-11-05)Genetics is often regarded as one of the most challenging and complex areas within biology that high school students encounter. Misunderstandings regarding genetic concepts are prevalent among students, negatively impacting ...
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