Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuqi Yu, Huapeng Qin
Summary: In this study, an eco-hydrological model was proposed to evaluate the effects of plant nitrogen uptake on the nitrogen removal performance of bioretention systems. The results showed that plant nitrogen uptake significantly affects the system's performance, especially during rainy seasons.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alexander J. Norton, Peter J. Rayner, Ying-Ping Wang, Nicholas C. Parazoo, Latha Baskaran, Peter R. Briggs, Vanessa Haverd, Russell Doughty
Summary: Vegetation growth plays an important role in land-atmosphere interactions, but the impact of water movement on vegetation response has been underestimated. This study shows that ecosystems with high hydrologic connectivity have higher interannual variability in vegetation productivity, driven by differences in soil moisture and water capacity. These ecosystems contribute significantly to regional carbon uptake through higher rates of photosynthesis and also affect annual anomalies. Global land surface models need to consider the role of water connectivity in order to accurately simulate carbon uptake.
REMOTE SENSING OF ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yaohua Zhang, Xianli Xu, Zhenwei Li, Chaohao Xu, Wei Luo
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different vegetation succession on soil quality in karst areas of southwest China. It found that secondary forest had the highest soil quality, followed by shrub and grass, with cropland having the lowest. Principal component analysis identified key indicators for soil quality, and the Minimum Data Set method effectively represented the Total Data Set method in quantifying the effects of vegetation succession on soil quality.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Athanasios Paschalis, Sara Bonetti, Yanran Guo, Simone Fatichi
Summary: This study quantifies the impact of uncertainties in using different pedotransfer functions on ecosystem dynamics. The results show that these uncertainties can affect both hydrological and vegetation dynamics, especially in water-limited ecosystems. The uncertainties in evapotranspiration, plant productivity, and vegetation structure are around 10% at annual time scales, while uncertainties in runoff and groundwater recharge are one order of magnitude larger.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Zoology
Fernanda S. Orrego, Mathias Hune, Hugo A. Benitez, Mauricio F. Landaeta
Summary: Phenotypic variation in marine species is influenced by both genotype and environmental constraints. This study focused on the morphology of the eelpout Austrolycus depressiceps and found variations in the shape of the head and cephalic sensory canals, possibly caused by allometric effects. Spatial differences and modularity in the development of the head shape and sensory canals were also observed.
INTEGRATIVE ZOOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Amane Araki, Koji Noshita
Summary: This study discovered a differential morphospace occupation pattern between terrestrial and aquatic gastropods and attempted to quantify these differences through morphospace analysis. The results showed a bimodal distribution of shell height in terrestrial species along with the absence of high-spired shells with high aperture inclination. While terrestrial species were distributed along optimal lines of shell instability and hindrance to locomotion, aquatic species were distributed not only along this line but also within a suboptimal region of low spire with low inclination. The hypothesis proposed that aquatic species could adopt a posture with the growth direction perpendicular to the substrate due to reduced functional demands.
Article
Environmental Sciences
C. M. Stephens, L. A. Marshall, F. M. Johnson, H. Ajami, L. Lin, L. E. Band
Summary: Future shifts in rainfall, temperature and carbon dioxide will have varying impacts on hydrologic and ecosystem behavior, with spatial heterogeneity and important differences in riparian zones. Models need to consider spatial heterogeneity, key ecosystem-driving dynamics and lateral transport to accurately predict ecohydrologic changes in catchments.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Penny R. Atkins, Praful Agrawal, Joseph D. Mozingo, Keisuke Uemura, Kunihiko Tokunaga, Christopher L. Peters, Shireen Y. Elhabian, Ross T. Whitaker, Andrew E. Anderson
Summary: This study utilized a statistical shape model to assess the morphology of femur and hemi-pelvis in DDH patients, revealing that variations in femoral head shape and muscle attachment sites can predict femoral head coverage. These findings may contribute to improved clinical diagnosis and surgical planning for patients with DDH.
JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Caglar Kucuk, Sujan Koirala, Nuno Carvalhais, Diego G. Miralles, Markus Reichstein, Martin Jung
Summary: Hydrological interactions between vegetation, soil, and topography in semi-arid landscapes are complex and heterogeneous. This study utilizes daily satellite data to analyze spatial patterns of vegetation-water interactions. The findings suggest that the proposed metrics are meaningful for large-scale ecohydrological studies by showing correlations with soil moisture and topographic, soil, and vegetation factors.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCES IN MODELING EARTH SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Biology
Simon Potier, Alexandre Roulin, Graham R. Martin, Steven J. Portugal, Vincent Bonhomme, Thierry Bouchet, Romuald de Romans, Eva Meyrier, Almut Kelber
Summary: The size and shape of the binocular field in birds, particularly owls, is strongly influenced by ecological traits such as foraging behavior and habitat. While the shape of the binocular field remains relatively conserved among owl species, the size varies depending on factors such as habitat density and diet.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biology
Kelly M. Diamond, Sara M. Rolfe, Ronald Y. Kwon, A. Murat Maga
Summary: Due to the complexity of fish skulls, traditional methods are inadequate for identifying craniofacial phenotypes. In this study, a computational anatomy approach was used to discover previously unknown phenotypes in zebrafish mutants, providing an important model system for development, evolution, and the study of human diseases.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Pablo A. Meglioli, Pablo E. Villagra, Julieta N. Aranibar, Patricio N. Magliano, Esteban G. Jobbagy
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of livestock settlements on Prosopis flexuosa woodlands in the desert ecosystem, revealing their effects on groundwater level fluctuations and solute transport, as well as the differences compared to undisturbed woodlands. The research found that livestock stations lead to more intense seasonal fluctuations in groundwater levels and increased chloride and nitrate concentrations and salinity in groundwater.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Zoology
Myriam Boivin, Alicia Alvarez, Marcos D. Ercoli
Summary: Caviid rodents have specialized craniomandibular adaptations for mastication and grinding, with a strong covariation between cheek teeth. Unlike other mammals, each series of caviine cheek teeth functions as a single unit during grinding, and dietary changes may drive morphological differences between tooth pieces.
ZOOLOGICAL JOURNAL OF THE LINNEAN SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Ryan C. Traband, Xuesong Wang, Jill Lui, Lei Yu, Yoko Hiraoka, Ira A. Herniter, Christian Bowman, Mariano Resendiz, Zixian Wang, Sara P. Knowles, Sassoum Lo, Daniel H. Chitwood, Louis Santiago, Tracy Kahn, Danelle Seymour, Mikeal L. Roose, John M. Chater, Zhenyu Jia
Summary: This study used the Fourier-based method to analyze the morphology of over 4000 leaves from more than 190 citrus accessions. The findings showed significant variations in leaf morphology among different citrus species groups and hybrid varieties. The study also found correlations between leaf area, aspect ratio, and temperature/rainfall, suggesting the adaptive evolution of citrus leaves. Additionally, this study contributes to our understanding of the origins and migrations of citrus species.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meixian Liu, Alexander Y. Sun, Kairong Lin, Wei Luo, Xinjun Tu, Xiaohong Chen
Summary: The non-water-limited canopy resistance (rcs) is increasing globally, with air temperature and CO2 concentration playing significant roles. Traditional potential evapotranspiration (PET) estimators tend to overestimate (underestimate) the increasing (decreasing) trends in regions with increasing (decreasing) PET.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2023)
Correction
Ecology
Maria J. Santos, Adam B. Smith, Stefan C. Dekker, Maarten B. Eppinga, Pedro J. Leitao, David Moreno-Mateos, Naia Morueta-Holme, Michael Ruggeri
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Borjana Bogatinoska, Angelique Lansu, Jean Huge, Stefan C. Dekker
Summary: Participatory processes provide opportunities for water professionals and stakeholders to exchange information and values. This study proposes a stepwise framework for selecting and using participatory tools to design and deploy nature-based solutions. The results show that knowledge tools are crucial in problem definition, while e-Tools/Virtual tools and workshops are widely used in co-design and implementation.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Poornima Nagesh, Hugo J. de Boer, Annemarie P. van Wezel, Stefan C. Dekker, Detlef P. van Vuuren
Summary: The widespread use of chemicals has caused significant water quality concerns, and this usage is still rising. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the potential future trends in chemical emissions to water. This study proposes a general framework for developing emission scenarios for chemicals in water using the Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs) based on an emission-factor approach. The approach involves identifying drivers of emissions, quantifying emission factors using publicly available data, and projecting emissions based on projected changes in the drivers and emission factors. The framework was tested in Europe for five chemical groups and on a national scale for five specific chemicals. The resulting emission scenarios show diverging trends, with some chemicals experiencing a substantial increase in emissions while others show a significant decrease.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Surangi W. Punyasena, Derek S. Haselhorst, Shu Kong, Charless C. Fowlkes, J. Enrique Moreno
Summary: Pollen analysis is a complex task that plays a crucial role in identifying plant-pollinator relationships and tracking plant flowering phenomena. The authors proposed an automated workflow for pollen analysis, involving scanning pollen sample slides and using convolutional neural networks for pollen detection and identification.
METHODS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Jose M. Grunzweig, Hans J. De Boeck, Ana Rey, Maria J. Santos, Ori Adam, Michael Bahn, Jayne Belnap, Gaby Deckmyn, Stefan C. Dekker, Omar Flores, Daniel Gliksman, David Helman, Kevin R. Hultine, Lingli Liu, Ehud Meron, Yaron Michael, Efrat Sheffer, Heather L. Throop, Omer Tzuk, Dan Yakir
Summary: This article explores the responses of terrestrial ecosystems to climate change and the potential shifts in ecological mechanisms. The authors argue that climate change will induce unprecedented changes in mechanisms in historically wetter areas, towards dryland mechanisms. They discuss 12 dryland mechanisms that affect multiple processes of ecosystem functioning and suggest that current and future climate trends may increase the control of these mechanisms over ecosystems.
NATURE ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Maria Barciela-Rial, Remon M. Saaltink, Thijs van Kessel, Claire Chassagne, Stefan C. Dekker, Hugo J. de Boer, Jasper Griffioen, Martin J. Wassen, Johan C. Winterwerp
Summary: A new experimental setup was constructed to investigate the effect of Phragmites australis on the consolidation and drainage of dredged sediment. The results showed that Phragmites australis altered the pore pressure gradient and increased water loss through evaporation and transpiration. The study provides a foundation for further research on the impact of plant growth on consolidation.
FRONTIERS IN EARTH SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Poornima Nagesh, Oreane Y. Edelenbosch, Stefan C. Dekker, Hugo J. de Boer, Hermine Mitter, Detlef P. van Vuuren
Summary: While pesticides are necessary for sustaining agriculture and food production, they also have significant environmental impacts. To understand future pesticide use and make informed policy decisions, Pest-AgriSSPs were developed based on an extensive literature review and expert feedback. These scenarios consider various drivers and actors impacting pesticide use from farm to continental scale.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joanke Van Dijk, Stefan C. Dekker, Stefan A. E. Kools, Annemarie P. Van Wezel
Summary: Pharmaceuticals widely occur in the environment and impact ecosystem health. Sewage treatment plants are the main pathway for pharmaceutical emissions, but current treatment methods are not sufficient. The introduction of advanced treatment techniques, such as ozonation and activated carbon, is expected to reduce pharmaceutical emissions. This study analyzes sewage treatment plants in Europe and their potential to remove prioritized pharmaceuticals.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Jolanda J. E. Theeuwen, Arie Staal, Obbe A. Tuinenburg, Bert V. M. Hamelers, Stefan C. Dekker
Summary: Changes in evaporation over land can impact terrestrial precipitation through atmospheric moisture recycling. The patterns and variables influencing local moisture recycling remain unknown. This study calculates the local moisture recycling ratio (LMR) and identifies variables that correlate with it globally. Wetness, orography, latitude, convective available potential energy, wind speed, and total cloud cover are found to be clear correlations with LMR. The findings can be applied to the study of evaporation's impact on local precipitation, with implications for regreening and water management.
HYDROLOGY AND EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Flavia Aschi, Stefan C. Dekker, Detlef P. van Vuuren, Patrick W. Bogaart, Kenneth F. Rijsdijk, E. Emiel van Loon
Summary: Protecting and increasing linear landscape elements in agricultural lands is a potential solution for biodiversity conservation. Systematic Conservation Planning can address the challenge of optimizing the spatial configuration of protected areas by prioritizing cost-efficient solutions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Scott R. Lakeram, Scott Elrick, Surangi W. Punyasena
Summary: This article reviews coal ball preparation methods, curation, and digital archiving techniques, providing a cohesive guide for researchers. The physical and digital curation of cellulose acetate peels and other coal ball specimens are critical for their long-term preservation and accessibility.
APPLICATIONS IN PLANT SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
C. H. M. Hofman-Caris, P. S. Bauerlein, W. G. Siegers, S. M. Mintenig, R. Messina, S. C. Dekker, Ch Bertelkamp, E. R. Cornelissen, A. P. van Wezel
Summary: This study investigated the removal of nanoparticles by conventional water treatment processes and found that the water matrix, presence of biomass, size, and surface charge of the nanoparticles have an impact on their removal efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Md Feroz Islam, Paul P. Schot, Stefan C. Dekker, Jasper Griffioen, Hans Middelkoop
Summary: This study explores the physical controls of five parameters on sediment deposition in tidal river management and develops nonlinear regression models. The application of tidal river management in the beels of southwestern Bangladesh can raise the land surface through seasonal operation and counterbalance relative sea level rise.
HYDROLOGY AND EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Thomas Hornick, Anett Richter, William Stanley Harpole, Maximilian Bastl, Stephanie Bohlmann, Aletta Bonn, Jan Bumberger, Peter Dietrich, Birgit Gemeinholzer, Ruediger Grote, Bernd Heinold, Alexander Keller, Marie L. Luttkus, Patrick Maeder, Elena Motivans Svara, Sarah Passonneau, Surangi W. Punyasena, Demetra Rakosy, Ronny Richter, Wiebke Sickel, Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter, Panagiotis Theodorou, Regina Treudler, Barbora Werchan, Matthias Werchan, Ralf Wolke, Susanne Dunker
Summary: Pollen is a vital component of plant reproduction and plays a significant role in the environment, human health, and climate. Interdisciplinary research is needed to better integrate and advance the currently disparate fields of pollen research in order to address pressing human issues and promote social and political awareness of the importance of these tiny particles.
PLANTS PEOPLE PLANET
(2022)
Article
Transportation Science & Technology
Mark M. Dekker, Rolf N. van Lieshout, Robin C. Ball, Paul C. Bouman, Stefan C. Dekker, Henk A. Dijkstra, Rob M. P. Goverde, Dennis Huisman, Debabrata Panja, Alfons A. M. Schaafsma, Marjan van den Akker
Summary: When railway systems are out-of-control, existing disruption management techniques are not effective in addressing issues such as lack of resources, insufficient information, and unpredictability. To tackle these problems, a multidisciplinary framework combining complexity science and operations research techniques has been developed to reduce the impact of such situations.