Article
Ecology
Honoka Nakahashi, Taihei Yamada, Nobuo Ishiyama, Futoshi Nakamura
Summary: Gravel pit ponds (GPPs) are human-created wetlands that contribute to the conservation of wetland fishes in floodplain landscapes. The study shows that GPPs provide valuable habitats for wetland fishes and play an important role in regional diversity conservation.
FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Thomas Dunlop, William Glamore, Stefan Felder
Summary: Traditional solutions to estuarine flood risk management involve static shoreline protection structures, but Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are being considered as alternative measures. However, current NbS guidelines lack technical content bridging ecological and engineering values, focusing more on project implementation and investor frameworks. This study proposes a conceptual approach for integrating ecological and engineering aspects in estuarine ecosystems to establish NbS as self-sustaining ecosystems.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biology
Mitchell A. Cowan, Michael N. Callan, Maggie J. Watson, David M. Watson, Tim S. Doherty, Damian R. Michael, Judy A. Dunlop, James M. Turner, Harry A. Moore, Darcy J. Watchorn, Dale G. Nimmo
Summary: Artificial refuges are human-made structures designed to provide safe breeding, hibernation, or shelter for animals in the face of habitat loss. Current research on artificial refuges primarily focuses on arboreal species like birds and bats, with limited attention to threatened species. Studies often report characteristics of artificial refuges and surrounding vegetation, but fewer examine thermal properties, predator activity, or food availability.
BIOLOGICAL REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Teresa Serra, Marianna Soler, Aina Barcelona, Jordi Colomer
Summary: Sediment-replenished artificial flooding results in a more balanced suspended sediment transport compared to non-sediment-replenishment cases, with higher sedimentation rates during flood events.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Xi Weng, Cuiling Jiang, Menglin Yuan, Manxue Zhang, Tianshan Zeng, Chun Jin
Summary: The construction of estuary sluice has significant negative impacts on the ecological environment, which can be mitigated by an ecologically oriented multi-sluice system operation strategy to meet the diverse environmental flow requirements of different fish species. By predicting effective habitat through modeling and adjusting river discharges, the study aims to maintain the needs of fish for spawning and migration.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jun Fan, Xiaodan Wang, Wei Wu, Weipin Chen, Qiang Ma, Zhijun Ma
Summary: This study compared waterbird communities in four wetland types at Chongming Dongtan and found that while restored wetlands support substantial waterbird diversity, they cannot replace natural wetlands due to the lack of period tides that many shorebirds depend on. The importance of protecting natural wetlands for waterbird conservation is highlighted, and the diversity and species composition of wildlife communities should be considered in evaluating the effectiveness of habitat restoration for wildlife.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adam D. Canning, James C. R. Smart, Joshua Dyke, Graeme Curwen, Syezlin Hasan, Nathan J. Waltham
Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of wetland conservation and proposes the construction of constructed lagoons in sugarcane-dominated areas to improve drainage, flow regulation, and habitat connectivity. The study found that these lagoons not only supported diverse native fish species but also provided financial benefits for surrounding sugarcane farms.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Ecology
William J. Resetarits, Kevin M. Potts, Reed C. Scott
Summary: Diversity in habitat patches is influenced by both patch size and isolation, with a trade-off between the two factors. The relationship between patch size and isolation is critical for community assembly and diversity maintenance in wetland ecosystems.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Hunter Forbes, Victor Shelamoff, Wouter Visch, Cayne Layton
Summary: Research shows limited evidence that kelp farming provides biodiversity benefits, as farming can increase abundance and diversity among certain taxa but typically create habitats different from natural kelp forests. Additionally, the potential for kelp farms to support biodiversity depends on operational factors that may conflict with farming objectives.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ting Zhang, Liu Lin, Deqin Li, Li Jian, Rui Li, Jichao Wang, Haitao Shi
Summary: This study evaluated the concentrations of seven trace elements in sediment samples from historical nesting grounds in Hainan, China. The results showed that the spatial distribution of trace element contamination was uneven, with higher potential ecological risk levels of cadmium and mercury in certain areas. The main sources of trace element contamination in Hainan were marine mariculture, wastewater discharge, and fishing boats.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Karlos R. R. de Moraes, Allan T. T. Souza, Milan Muska, Milan Hladik, Martina Ctvrtlikova, Vladislav Drastik, Tomas Kolarik, Andrea Kucerova, Monika Krolova, Zuzana Sajdlova, Marek Smejkal, Jan Kubecka
Summary: Habitat complexity in freshwater ecosystems has declined due to human impacts, leading to intensified conservation and environmental management efforts. Artificial floating islands (AFIs) are being used as a management action to enhance aquatic organism populations. This study found that AFIs installed in the littoral area of Lipno Reservoir, Czech Republic, with local wetland vegetation, significantly increased the densities of juvenile roach and perch, and even hosted apex predators exclusively. AFIs can serve as nursery ground for age 0+ fish in lentic systems and support fish populations in degraded habitat conditions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ting Zhang, Liu Lin, Deqin Li, Shannan Wu, Li Kong, Jichao Wang, Haitao Shi
Summary: The study evaluated microplastic pollution in beaches on Hainan Island, China, historically nesting grounds for green turtles, identifying foam and plastic blocks as the main sources. To reduce the threat to marine life, especially sea turtles, the recommendation is to remove plastic litter, particularly small pieces, and replace/recover foam before it degrades.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Alexandre B. Nassif, Sean Ericson, Chad Abbey, Robert Jeffers, Eliza Hotchkiss, Shay Bahramirad
Summary: Extreme climate events have increased the need for resilient electrical infrastructure, especially in areas prone to hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. Microgrids and advanced controls are a promising solution to improve grid resilience. This paper presents a technoeconomic analysis approach to evaluate the economic benefits of grid resilience investments, using Vieques and Culebra islands in Puerto Rico as a case study.
Article
Ecology
Ofer Berman, Michael Weizman, Asa Oren, Reem Neri, Haim Parnas, Nadav Shashar, Ezri Tarazi
Summary: In this study, a novel approach to ceramic 3D printing was developed using eco-friendly materials to create bio-inspired reef designs. The Gravity-Stimulated Printing Design method allowed for the production of highly complex shapes that assembled into a unique spatial structure, supporting a diversity of coral reef residents. By installing a reef forming prototype made from 87 printed parts in a coral reef environment in the Red Sea, abundant marine organisms were observed to settle and recruit, forming a new reef after two years.
ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Aerospace
Yibin Wang, Yijia Xiao, Lili Zhang, Ning Zhao, Chunling Zhu
Summary: The flush airdata sensing (FADS) system, which utilizes pressure sensors distributed on the surface of an aircraft, is commonly used in modern aircraft and UAVs. However, it is challenging to install pressure transducers in the leading edge of UAVs, and the limited number of transducers makes it difficult to maintain accuracy. In this study, an FADS system model was developed for an unmanned flying wing, with pressure transducers located outside the leading edge regions.
Article
Ecology
Wei-Wei Yao, Yuansheng Chen, Yu Zhong, Wenyi Zhang, Haiyan Fan
JOURNAL OF FRESHWATER ECOLOGY
(2017)
Article
Ecology
Weiwei Yao, Tongtong Zhao, Yuansheng Chen, Guoan Yu, Mingzhong Xiao
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATICS
(2018)
Article
Biology
Yao Weiwei, Chen Yuansheng
MATHEMATICAL BIOSCIENCES
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Weiwei Yao, Yuansheng Chen, Xinlin He
POLISH JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
(2018)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Weiwei Yao, Yuansheng Chen, Guoan Yu, Mingzhong Xiao, Xiaoyi Ma, Fakai Lei
Article
Engineering, Civil
Lei Wu, Weiwei Yao, Xiaoyi Ma
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2018)
Article
Engineering, Geological
Ying Xu, Wei Yao, Kaiwen Xia, Hamed. O. Ghaffari
ROCK MECHANICS AND ROCK ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Agronomy
Weiwei Yao, Xiaoyi Ma, Yuansheng Chen
IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE
(2019)
Article
Ecology
Weiwei Yao, Ruidong An, Guoan Yu, Jia Li, Xiaoyi Ma
Summary: The study investigated the impact of a Trunk Dam on two fish species in the Kraal River, simulating the habitats and abundance under four different long-term dam operation scenarios. The results suggest a decrease in fish population with long-term river regulation, with varying levels of decline depending on the dam operation scenarios.
ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Meixia Bao, Pengcheng Li, Yu Han, Wenming Zhang, Yike Li, Weiwei Yao
Summary: This study examines the fish entrainment risk of the Dawei Reservoir operation in Sichuan, China, considering both intake and spillway operations. The results show that the fish entrainment risk is low under the intake operation schemes, but high under the spillway operation. The simulation results also indicate that the lowest risk occurs when two intakes are open and the reservoir water level is at 2,640 m, while the highest risk occurs when five intakes are open and the reservoir water level is at 2,670 m.
JOURNAL OF HYDROINFORMATICS
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Weiwei Yao
Summary: An ecohydraulic model system was developed to evaluate the effects of dam construction and fish restoration strategies. The system included hydrodynamic, hydromorphology, habitat, and population models. The study focused on the Jiao-Mu River and predicted the effects of dam construction and fish stocking on fish habitat and population. The results showed that dam construction would decrease fish habitat quality, but fish stocking could compensate for this. The findings can help assess dam development plans and improve fish restoration success rates.
FISHERIES MANAGEMENT AND ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Shouzheng Jiang, Jie Wu, Zhihui Wang, Ziling He, Mingjun Wang, Weiwei Yao, Yu Feng
Summary: This study quantified the temporal-spatial variations of evapotranspiration (ET), gross primary productivity (GPP), and ecosystem-scale water use efficiency (WUE) in paddy (PF) and non-paddy field (NPF) over China from 2000 to 2021. The results showed that the annual ET in both PF and NPF presented an increasing trend from northwest to southeast of China. The annual GPP and WUE also exhibited spatial and temporal variations.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Weiwei Yao, David Z. Zhu, Mathew T. Langford, James A. Crossman, Pengcheng Li, Alf Leake, Eric Parkinson
Summary: The phenomenon of fish entrainment in hydropower reservoirs was studied in the upper Columbia River, Canada. By combining fish density surveys with computational modeling, the risk of entrainment for different age groups of Kokanee salmon was evaluated. Results showed that age-0 Kokanee were more vulnerable to entrainment compared to age-1 Kokanee.
ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Qianqian Wang, Yu Han, Pengcheng Li, Wenming Zhang, Yihang Wang, Yuqian Xi, Weiwei Yao
Summary: An ecohydraulic model was proposed to evaluate the effects of cascade dam construction on the hydrological status and habitat quality of spawning sites in the Lancang River basin. Four spawning sites and two fish species were selected for simulation, with restoration strategies applied to reduce fragmentation of spawning habitats. The study highlighted the importance of investigating the Lancang River for information on hydropower development and habitat protection.
ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
W. Yao, Y. Chen, X. Ma
GLOBAL NEST JOURNAL
(2019)
