Research Articles
Towards a Reference State in Ecology: The Quest for Ecosystem Integrity
Exploring the science of ecosystem integrity and reference states in conservation biology
The Hidden World Beneath Our Feet: Lichenology's New Frontier in Africa
Exploring the stunning diversity of African lichens being discovered by scientists in East and South Africa, revealing a secret world hidden for centuries.
The Bat Mystery: How Genetic Detective Work Revealed Four Species Hiding as One
Discover how genetic research revealed four distinct species within Hardwicke's woolly bat complex, rewriting our understanding of Asian bat biodiversity.
Roots of Resilience: How Science is Tackling Forestry's Greatest Challenges
Exploring the critical scientific dialogues shaping the future of forestry - identifying tough problems, science gaps, and investment priorities for resilient forests.
The Political Ecology of Commodity Agroforests: Can Farming Save Tropical Biodiversity?
Exploring how commodity agroforests can balance human needs with tropical biodiversity conservation through political ecology lens.
The Scale Problem in Habitat Fragmentation: Why Size and Distance Matter in Conservation
Exploring how habitat fragmentation affects biodiversity across different spatial scales and what this means for conservation strategies worldwide.
How a Butterfly Inspired a Climate Change Scientist
The story of Susan P. Harrison's journey from studying butterfly metapopulations to tracking climate change impacts on plant communities.
The Evolution of Ecological Networks: Nature's Entangled Bank
Explore how evolution shapes ecological networks - from Darwin's web to digital worlds, understanding nature's interconnected systems.
The Blood Bees of Kazakhstan: Uncovering Secrets of Steppe Cuckoo Bees
Discover the fascinating world of Sphecodes cuckoo bees in Kazakhstan - their parasitic lifestyle, ecological importance, and recent scientific discoveries.
Restoring Disturbed Landscapes: Healing Our Planet, One Landscape at a Time
Explore the science and practice of ecological restoration, from principles to real-world applications in healing degraded landscapes worldwide.