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• 1. [Article] Book Review of, Principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology.

  Reviews the book "Principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology" by Francis Stuart Chapin III, Pamela A. Matson, and Harold A. Mooney.

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Book Review of, Principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology. Author: Yanai, Ruth D., Lucash, Melissa S., Sollins, Phillip Year: 2003 Reviews the book "Principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology" by Francis Stuart Chapin III, Pamela A. Matson, and Harold A. Mooney. Title: Book Review of, Principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology. Author: Yanai, Ruth D., Lucash, Melissa S., Sollins, Phillip Year: 2003 Reviews the book "Principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology" by Francis Stuart Chapin III, Pamela A. Matson, and Harold A. Mooney. Close

• 2. [Image] Overview of the Imperial Valley Environmental Project

  	The Lawrence Livermore Laboratory has been appointed by the U.S. Energy Research and Development Administration to be the lead laboratory for carrying out a long-term project to acquire complete understanding ...
  	Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Overview of the Imperial Valley Environmental Project Author: Anspaugh, L.R. (ed.) Year: 1976 The Lawrence Livermore Laboratory has been appointed by the U.S. Energy Research and Development Administration to be the lead laboratory for carrying out a long-term project to acquire complete understanding of the environmental quality in the Imperial Valley of California prior to any major developments. The purpose of this project is to ensure that the development of geothermal resources proceeds on an environmentally sound basis. Consequently, the Imperial Valley Environmental Project (IVP) is committed to an intensive and comprehensive study designed to establish an environmental baseline for the Imperial Valley as well as to develop an understanding of the environmental and other effects associated with development of geothermal resources. The IVP is organized into seven main study sections, which when taken together cover all the significant issues and concerns. The sections are: Air Quality; Water Quality; Ecosystem Quality (Soil, Plants, Animals, etc.); Subsidence and Induced Seismicity; Health Effects; Socio-Economics; and an Integrated Assessment (auth) Title: Overview of the Imperial Valley Environmental Project Author: Anspaugh, L.R. (ed.) Year: 1976 The Lawrence Livermore Laboratory has been appointed by the U.S. Energy Research and Development Administration to be the lead laboratory for carrying out a long-term project to acquire complete understanding of the environmental quality in the Imperial Valley of California prior to any major developments. The purpose of this project is to ensure that the development of geothermal resources proceeds on an environmentally sound basis. Consequently, the Imperial Valley Environmental Project (IVP) is committed to an intensive and comprehensive study designed to establish an environmental baseline for the Imperial Valley as well as to develop an understanding of the environmental and other effects associated with development of geothermal resources. The IVP is organized into seven main study sections, which when taken together cover all the significant issues and concerns. The sections are: Air Quality; Water Quality; Ecosystem Quality (Soil, Plants, Animals, etc.); Subsidence and Induced Seismicity; Health Effects; Socio-Economics; and an Integrated Assessment (auth) Close

• 3. [Article] Beyond arctic and alpine: the influence of winter climate on temperate ecosystems

  Additional supporting information may be found in the online version of this article at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/ doi/10.1890/15-0153.1/suppinfo

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Beyond arctic and alpine: the influence of winter climate on temperate ecosystems Author: Ratajczak, Zak R., Petrie, Matthew D., Smith, Jane G., Kazanski, Clare E., Ladwig, Laura M., Churchill, Amber C., Muñoz, Juan D., Ocheltree, Troy W., Reinmann, Andrew B., Hafich, Katya A., Fuss, Colin B., Frey, Sarah J. K. Additional supporting information may be found in the online version of this article at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/ doi/10.1890/15-0153.1/suppinfo Title: Beyond arctic and alpine: the influence of winter climate on temperate ecosystems Author: Ratajczak, Zak R., Petrie, Matthew D., Smith, Jane G., Kazanski, Clare E., Ladwig, Laura M., Churchill, Amber C., Muñoz, Juan D., Ocheltree, Troy W., Reinmann, Andrew B., Hafich, Katya A., Fuss, Colin B., Frey, Sarah J. K. Additional supporting information may be found in the online version of this article at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/ doi/10.1890/15-0153.1/suppinfo Close

• 4. [Article] What eddy-covariance measurements tell us about prior land flux errors in CO₂-flux inversion schemes

  This is the publisher’s final pdf. The published article is copyrighted by the American Geophysical Union and can be found at: http://www.agu.org/journals/gb/index.shtml.

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: What eddy-covariance measurements tell us about prior land flux errors in CO₂-flux inversion schemes Author: Moors, Eddy J., Cescatti, Alessandro, Dolman, A. Johannes, Bocquet, Marc, Maignan, Fabienne, Chevallier, Frederic, Margolis, Hank A., Wang, Tao, Ciais, Philippe, Arain, M. Altaf, Law, Beverly E., Chen, Jiquan, Montagnani, Leonardo This is the publisher’s final pdf. The published article is copyrighted by the American Geophysical Union and can be found at: http://www.agu.org/journals/gb/index.shtml. Title: What eddy-covariance measurements tell us about prior land flux errors in CO₂-flux inversion schemes Author: Moors, Eddy J., Cescatti, Alessandro, Dolman, A. Johannes, Bocquet, Marc, Maignan, Fabienne, Chevallier, Frederic, Margolis, Hank A., Wang, Tao, Ciais, Philippe, Arain, M. Altaf, Law, Beverly E., Chen, Jiquan, Montagnani, Leonardo This is the publisher’s final pdf. The published article is copyrighted by the American Geophysical Union and can be found at: http://www.agu.org/journals/gb/index.shtml. Close

• 5. [Article] Coniferous Forest Biome : progress report, July 1974 - August 1975

  The specific objectives of the program are: (1) To understand the relative behavior of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in various environments in the biome. (2) To develop conceptual and computer simulation ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Coniferous Forest Biome : progress report, July 1974 - August 1975 Author: Edmonds, Robert L., U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, University of Washington The specific objectives of the program are: (1) To understand the relative behavior of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in various environments in the biome. (2) To develop conceptual and computer simulation models that describe nutrient, carbon, and waterflows on a short-term basis (fewer than ten years) and which integrate research results and increase our understanding of coniferous forests and associated aquatic ecosystems. These models are being developed at the process, forest stand or water column, and watershed levels. (3) To develop conceptual and computer simulation models that describe the long-term behavior of coniferous forest ecosystems involving succession and erosion. (4) To understand the linkages between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. (5) To determine the effect of manipulations, such as clearcutting, fertilization, and defoliation on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Title: Coniferous Forest Biome : progress report, July 1974 - August 1975 Author: Edmonds, Robert L., U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, University of Washington The specific objectives of the program are: (1) To understand the relative behavior of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in various environments in the biome. (2) To develop conceptual and computer simulation models that describe nutrient, carbon, and waterflows on a short-term basis (fewer than ten years) and which integrate research results and increase our understanding of coniferous forests and associated aquatic ecosystems. These models are being developed at the process, forest stand or water column, and watershed levels. (3) To develop conceptual and computer simulation models that describe the long-term behavior of coniferous forest ecosystems involving succession and erosion. (4) To understand the linkages between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. (5) To determine the effect of manipulations, such as clearcutting, fertilization, and defoliation on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Close

• 6. [Article] Ecosystems at Risk: The Contribution of Ecosystem Approaches to Fisheries to Identify Problems and Evaluate Potential Solutions

  Research Paper

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Ecosystems at Risk: The Contribution of Ecosystem Approaches to Fisheries to Identify Problems and Evaluate Potential Solutions Author: Villanueva, Maria Concepcion, Christensen, Villy, Aiken, Karl A. Research Paper Title: Ecosystems at Risk: The Contribution of Ecosystem Approaches to Fisheries to Identify Problems and Evaluate Potential Solutions Author: Villanueva, Maria Concepcion, Christensen, Villy, Aiken, Karl A. Research Paper Close

• 7. [Article] Foundations for Effective Marine Ecosystem Management

  Research Paper

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Foundations for Effective Marine Ecosystem Management Author: McClurg, Tom Research Paper Title: Foundations for Effective Marine Ecosystem Management Author: McClurg, Tom Research Paper Close

• 8. [Article] An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador

  Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador Author: Asson, Danielle Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been introduced as a means of protecting biodiversity, commercial stocks, and ecosystem services. There are many social, ecological, and economic considerations to be addressed for a marine reserve to be effective from a biological and social perspective. In 1998 the Special Law of the Galápagos created the Galápagos Marine Reserve, and instituted a participatory management scheme for local and governmental cooperation in management. The foundations of the Special Law are strong, however many problems plague the islands, including rapid growth of the population and the tourism industry, and a great deal of non-compliance with reserve regulations in the form of violent protests and illegal fisheries. Feelings of legitimacy must be fostered among the local populations through significant improvements in education to enhance stakeholder participation, and increased funding to the National Park to allow for effective enforcement of the regulations. Increasing visitor fees is a potential source of new income to be used for park management and improving local resources, especially education. Title: An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador Author: Asson, Danielle Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been introduced as a means of protecting biodiversity, commercial stocks, and ecosystem services. There are many social, ecological, and economic considerations to be addressed for a marine reserve to be effective from a biological and social perspective. In 1998 the Special Law of the Galápagos created the Galápagos Marine Reserve, and instituted a participatory management scheme for local and governmental cooperation in management. The foundations of the Special Law are strong, however many problems plague the islands, including rapid growth of the population and the tourism industry, and a great deal of non-compliance with reserve regulations in the form of violent protests and illegal fisheries. Feelings of legitimacy must be fostered among the local populations through significant improvements in education to enhance stakeholder participation, and increased funding to the National Park to allow for effective enforcement of the regulations. Increasing visitor fees is a potential source of new income to be used for park management and improving local resources, especially education. Close

• 9. [Article] Under the Sea: An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador

  Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Under the Sea: An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador Author: Asson, Danielle C. Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been introduced as a means of protecting biodiversity, commercial stocks, and ecosystem services. There are many social, ecological, and economic considerations to be addressed for a marine reserve to be effective from a biological and social perspective. In 1998 the Special Law of the Galápagos created the Galápagos Marine Reserve, and instituted a participatory management scheme for local and governmental cooperation in management. The foundations of the Special Law are strong, however many problems plague the islands, including rapid growth of the population and the tourism industry, and a great deal of non-compliance with reserve regulations in the form of violent protests and illegal fisheries. Feelings of legitimacy must be fostered among the local populations through significant improvements in education to enhance stakeholder participation, and increased funding to the National Park to allow for effective enforcement of the regulations. Increasing visitor fees is a potential source of new income to be used for park management and improving local resources, especially education. Title: Under the Sea: An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador Author: Asson, Danielle C. Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been introduced as a means of protecting biodiversity, commercial stocks, and ecosystem services. There are many social, ecological, and economic considerations to be addressed for a marine reserve to be effective from a biological and social perspective. In 1998 the Special Law of the Galápagos created the Galápagos Marine Reserve, and instituted a participatory management scheme for local and governmental cooperation in management. The foundations of the Special Law are strong, however many problems plague the islands, including rapid growth of the population and the tourism industry, and a great deal of non-compliance with reserve regulations in the form of violent protests and illegal fisheries. Feelings of legitimacy must be fostered among the local populations through significant improvements in education to enhance stakeholder participation, and increased funding to the National Park to allow for effective enforcement of the regulations. Increasing visitor fees is a potential source of new income to be used for park management and improving local resources, especially education. Close

• 10. [Article] Coniferous Forest Biome : summary of research and synthesis activities July 1975-August 1976

  Research activities in the post-IBP phase of the Biome program prior to July 1975 were reported in Internal Report 162. Summaries of research and synthesis activities from July 1975 to August 1976 are ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Coniferous Forest Biome : summary of research and synthesis activities July 1975-August 1976 Author: U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, University of Washington, Edmonds, Robert L. Research activities in the post-IBP phase of the Biome program prior to July 1975 were reported in Internal Report 162. Summaries of research and synthesis activities from July 1975 to August 1976 are presented here. The reports are arranged in the following order: Analysis of individual terrestrial ecosystems, which has three components (behavior and Strategies of Individual Ecosystems, Environment and Plant Succession and the Land-Use Model); Analysis of Watersheds, which has two components (Watershed 10 and Findley Lake); and Analysis of aquatic ecosystems, which is divided into two components (Lakes and Streams). A total list of Biome publications is included in the Appendix. A more specific list of open literature publications is available from the Biome Office. Progress of the synthesis activities is discussed in Section 5. Title: Coniferous Forest Biome : summary of research and synthesis activities July 1975-August 1976 Author: U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, University of Washington, Edmonds, Robert L. Research activities in the post-IBP phase of the Biome program prior to July 1975 were reported in Internal Report 162. Summaries of research and synthesis activities from July 1975 to August 1976 are presented here. The reports are arranged in the following order: Analysis of individual terrestrial ecosystems, which has three components (behavior and Strategies of Individual Ecosystems, Environment and Plant Succession and the Land-Use Model); Analysis of Watersheds, which has two components (Watershed 10 and Findley Lake); and Analysis of aquatic ecosystems, which is divided into two components (Lakes and Streams). A total list of Biome publications is included in the Appendix. A more specific list of open literature publications is available from the Biome Office. Progress of the synthesis activities is discussed in Section 5. Close

• 11. [Article] Findley Lake watershed a terrestrial-lake interface program

  Includes supplemental reports 25-A, B & C.

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Findley Lake watershed a terrestrial-lake interface program Author: Olson, R. R., Del Moral, Roger, U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, Bockheim, James G., Tsukada, M., Welch, E. B. (Eugene B.), University of Washington, Ugolini, Fiorenzo C. Includes supplemental reports 25-A, B & C. Title: Findley Lake watershed a terrestrial-lake interface program Author: Olson, R. R., Del Moral, Roger, U.S. International Biological Program. Coniferous Forest Biome, Bockheim, James G., Tsukada, M., Welch, E. B. (Eugene B.), University of Washington, Ugolini, Fiorenzo C. Includes supplemental reports 25-A, B & C. Close

• 12. [Article] Focus on Forestry ; Winter 1990

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Focus on Forestry ; Winter 1990 Author: Wells, Gail; Brown, George W., Oregon State University. College of Forestry Title: Focus on Forestry ; Winter 1990 Author: Wells, Gail; Brown, George W., Oregon State University. College of Forestry Close

• 13. [Article] Persistence of aromatic compounds in soils and sediments : a molecular perspective

  This thesis explores open questions regarding molecular forms and interactions of natural and synthetic aromatic compounds present in soils and sediments. Plant biomass-derived black carbon (biochar) generated ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Persistence of aromatic compounds in soils and sediments : a molecular perspective Author: Keiluweit, Marco This thesis explores open questions regarding molecular forms and interactions of natural and synthetic aromatic compounds present in soils and sediments. Plant biomass-derived black carbon (biochar) generated through incomplete natural and anthropogenic combustion processes is a major source of aromaticity in terrestrial ecosystems. Chapter one represents a detailed account of the variations in the chemical and physical nature of aromatic components of char black carbon. Despite reports showing that aromatic compounds are degraded with relative ease, they are relatively persistent in subsurface environments. Chapter two highlights unique mechanisms of interaction of aromatic π-systems (i.e., π-electron donor-acceptor interactions) by which aromatic molecules adsorb to mineral and organic phases. It is discussed how these interactions may contribute to the sequestration of aromatic compounds in soils and sediments. Title: Persistence of aromatic compounds in soils and sediments : a molecular perspective Author: Keiluweit, Marco This thesis explores open questions regarding molecular forms and interactions of natural and synthetic aromatic compounds present in soils and sediments. Plant biomass-derived black carbon (biochar) generated through incomplete natural and anthropogenic combustion processes is a major source of aromaticity in terrestrial ecosystems. Chapter one represents a detailed account of the variations in the chemical and physical nature of aromatic components of char black carbon. Despite reports showing that aromatic compounds are degraded with relative ease, they are relatively persistent in subsurface environments. Chapter two highlights unique mechanisms of interaction of aromatic π-systems (i.e., π-electron donor-acceptor interactions) by which aromatic molecules adsorb to mineral and organic phases. It is discussed how these interactions may contribute to the sequestration of aromatic compounds in soils and sediments. Close

• 14. [Article] Early retreat of the Alaska Peninsula Glacier Complex and the implications for coastal migrations of First Americans

  This is the author's peer-reviewed final manuscript, as accepted by the publisher. The published article is copyrighted by Elsevier and can be found at: http://www.journals.elsevier.com/quaternary-science-reviews/. ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Early retreat of the Alaska Peninsula Glacier Complex and the implications for coastal migrations of First Americans Author: Shapley, Mark D., Maschner, Herbert D. G., Addison, Jason A., Beget, James E., Jordan, James W., Misarti, Nicole, Finney, Bruce P., Krumhardt, Andrea This is the author's peer-reviewed final manuscript, as accepted by the publisher. The published article is copyrighted by Elsevier and can be found at: http://www.journals.elsevier.com/quaternary-science-reviews/. To the best of our knowledge, one or more authors of this paper were federal employees when contributing to this work. Title: Early retreat of the Alaska Peninsula Glacier Complex and the implications for coastal migrations of First Americans Author: Shapley, Mark D., Maschner, Herbert D. G., Addison, Jason A., Beget, James E., Jordan, James W., Misarti, Nicole, Finney, Bruce P., Krumhardt, Andrea This is the author's peer-reviewed final manuscript, as accepted by the publisher. The published article is copyrighted by Elsevier and can be found at: http://www.journals.elsevier.com/quaternary-science-reviews/. To the best of our knowledge, one or more authors of this paper were federal employees when contributing to this work. Close

• 15. [Article] Prospectus for Future Research: Temperature Effects on Green Macroalgae

  Research on temperature change has received attention from scientists. Not only has temperature change attracted scientists who study the Earth’s weather and climate, but also those who study plants and ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Prospectus for Future Research: Temperature Effects on Green Macroalgae Author: Gonzalez Pelayo, Ana Year: 2016 Research on temperature change has received attention from scientists. Not only has temperature change attracted scientists who study the Earth’s weather and climate, but also those who study plants and animals on land and in oceans. The research being conducted looks at how these temperature changes affect the anatomy and physiology of organisms, but other research also studies how terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems have changed and the types of responses that have occurred as a result. For many years, research in terrestrial ecosystems has dominated research in aquatic ecosystems. Limited research has been conducted in aquatic ecosystems involving green macroalgae, which are primary producers and an essential part of these ecosystems. Within the last fifteen years, research regarding the effects of temperature change on green macroalgae has shown that temperature affects photosynthesis and biochemistry. Overall, photosynthesis is almost completely inhibited after sufficient exposure due to damage in Photosystem II. There is also a substantial change in the production of chemical molecules known as reactive oxygen species that caused physical damage to the algal cells as well as a change in structure for proteins that is essential for function. I reviewed the literature within the past fifteen years, regarding the effects of temperature on a variety of green macroalgae species. The results indicated that after sufficient exposure, the photosynthetic rate of macroalgae is reduced significantly and that the change in chemistry lead to alterations in the physiology of green macroalgae. In this thesis, I propose two possible directions for algae research that involves genetic sequencing of a model species to identify a possible temperature tolerance gene, as well as the potential use of green macroalgae in photobioreactors as a source of renewable energy. Title: Prospectus for Future Research: Temperature Effects on Green Macroalgae Author: Gonzalez Pelayo, Ana Year: 2016 Research on temperature change has received attention from scientists. Not only has temperature change attracted scientists who study the Earth’s weather and climate, but also those who study plants and animals on land and in oceans. The research being conducted looks at how these temperature changes affect the anatomy and physiology of organisms, but other research also studies how terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems have changed and the types of responses that have occurred as a result. For many years, research in terrestrial ecosystems has dominated research in aquatic ecosystems. Limited research has been conducted in aquatic ecosystems involving green macroalgae, which are primary producers and an essential part of these ecosystems. Within the last fifteen years, research regarding the effects of temperature change on green macroalgae has shown that temperature affects photosynthesis and biochemistry. Overall, photosynthesis is almost completely inhibited after sufficient exposure due to damage in Photosystem II. There is also a substantial change in the production of chemical molecules known as reactive oxygen species that caused physical damage to the algal cells as well as a change in structure for proteins that is essential for function. I reviewed the literature within the past fifteen years, regarding the effects of temperature on a variety of green macroalgae species. The results indicated that after sufficient exposure, the photosynthetic rate of macroalgae is reduced significantly and that the change in chemistry lead to alterations in the physiology of green macroalgae. In this thesis, I propose two possible directions for algae research that involves genetic sequencing of a model species to identify a possible temperature tolerance gene, as well as the potential use of green macroalgae in photobioreactors as a source of renewable energy. Close

• 16. [Article] A comparison of shark and wolf research reveals similar behavioral responses by prey

  Please note: This article was downloaded from Frontierse-View, a service that publishes fully edited and formatted manuscripts before they appear in print in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: A comparison of shark and wolf research reveals similar behavioral responses by prey Author: Wirsing, Aaron J., Ripple, William J. Please note: This article was downloaded from Frontierse-View, a service that publishes fully edited and formatted manuscripts before they appear in print in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. Readers are strongly advised to check the final print version in case any changes have been made. Copyright by the Ecological Society of America. NEWS COVERAGE: A news release based on this journal publication, which is written for a lay audience and has been approved by an author of the study, is available online: http://bit.ly/dbOpVv Title: A comparison of shark and wolf research reveals similar behavioral responses by prey Author: Wirsing, Aaron J., Ripple, William J. Please note: This article was downloaded from Frontierse-View, a service that publishes fully edited and formatted manuscripts before they appear in print in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. Readers are strongly advised to check the final print version in case any changes have been made. Copyright by the Ecological Society of America. NEWS COVERAGE: A news release based on this journal publication, which is written for a lay audience and has been approved by an author of the study, is available online: http://bit.ly/dbOpVv Close

• 17. [Article] Global Conservation of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

  Habitat destruction has driven much of the current biodiversity extinction crisis, and it compromises the essential benefits, or ecosystem services, that humans derive from functioning ecosystems. Securing ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Global Conservation of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Author: Turner, Will R., Brandon, Katrina, Brooks, Thomas M., Costanza, Robert Year: 2007 Habitat destruction has driven much of the current biodiversity extinction crisis, and it compromises the essential benefits, or ecosystem services, that humans derive from functioning ecosystems. Securing both species and ecosystem services might be accomplished with common solutions. Yet it is unknown whether these two major conservation objectives coincide broadly enough worldwide to enable global strategies for both goals to gain synergy. In this article, we assess the concordance between these two objectives, explore how the concordance varies across different regions, and examine the global potential for safeguarding biodiversity and ecosystem services simultaneously. We find that published global priority maps for biodiversity conservation harbor a disproportionate share of estimated terrestrial ecosystem service value (ESV). Overlap of biodiversity priorities and ESV varies among regions, and in areas that have high biodiversity priority but low ESV, specialized conservation approaches are necessary. Overall, however, our findings suggest opportunities for safeguarding both biodiversity and ecosystem services. Sensitivity analyses indicate that results are robust to known limitations of available ESV data. Capitalizing on these opportunities will require the identification of synergies at fine scales, and the development of economic and policy tools to exploit them. Title: Global Conservation of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Author: Turner, Will R., Brandon, Katrina, Brooks, Thomas M., Costanza, Robert Year: 2007 Habitat destruction has driven much of the current biodiversity extinction crisis, and it compromises the essential benefits, or ecosystem services, that humans derive from functioning ecosystems. Securing both species and ecosystem services might be accomplished with common solutions. Yet it is unknown whether these two major conservation objectives coincide broadly enough worldwide to enable global strategies for both goals to gain synergy. In this article, we assess the concordance between these two objectives, explore how the concordance varies across different regions, and examine the global potential for safeguarding biodiversity and ecosystem services simultaneously. We find that published global priority maps for biodiversity conservation harbor a disproportionate share of estimated terrestrial ecosystem service value (ESV). Overlap of biodiversity priorities and ESV varies among regions, and in areas that have high biodiversity priority but low ESV, specialized conservation approaches are necessary. Overall, however, our findings suggest opportunities for safeguarding both biodiversity and ecosystem services. Sensitivity analyses indicate that results are robust to known limitations of available ESV data. Capitalizing on these opportunities will require the identification of synergies at fine scales, and the development of economic and policy tools to exploit them. Close

• 18. [Article] Toward a Positive Feedback between Fish Abundance and Dense Forest to Enhance Biodiversity: Responsible Fisheries from a Viewpoint of Nutrient Cycling

  Research Paper

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Toward a Positive Feedback between Fish Abundance and Dense Forest to Enhance Biodiversity: Responsible Fisheries from a Viewpoint of Nutrient Cycling Author: Murota, Takeshi Research Paper Title: Toward a Positive Feedback between Fish Abundance and Dense Forest to Enhance Biodiversity: Responsible Fisheries from a Viewpoint of Nutrient Cycling Author: Murota, Takeshi Research Paper Close

• 19. [Article] Biodiversity Conservation: The Key Is Reducing Meat Consumption

  Access to this item has been restricted by repository administrators at the request of the publisher, Elsevier, until July 29, 2017.

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Biodiversity Conservation: The Key Is Reducing Meat Consumption Author: Machovina, Brian, Feeley, Kenneth J., Ripple, William J. Access to this item has been restricted by repository administrators at the request of the publisher, Elsevier, until July 29, 2017. Title: Biodiversity Conservation: The Key Is Reducing Meat Consumption Author: Machovina, Brian, Feeley, Kenneth J., Ripple, William J. Access to this item has been restricted by repository administrators at the request of the publisher, Elsevier, until July 29, 2017. Close

• 20. [Article] A procedure for estimating the carbon budget of terrestrial ecosystems in the former Soviet Union by geographic information system analysis and classification of AVHRR derived Global Vegetation Index

  The purpose of this research was to develop methods for using geographic information system (GIS) analysis and unsupervised classification of Global Vegetation Index (GVI) images to improve carbon budget ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: A procedure for estimating the carbon budget of terrestrial ecosystems in the former Soviet Union by geographic information system analysis and classification of AVHRR derived Global Vegetation Index Author: Gaston, Greg G. The purpose of this research was to develop methods for using geographic information system (GIS) analysis and unsupervised classification of Global Vegetation Index (GVI) images to improve carbon budget estimates of the former Soviet Union (FSU). A GIS was used to locate the geographic distribution and estimate the area of agricultural lands in the FSU. Climatic factors were used to isolate agricultural lands suitable for no-till management. The effects of various tillage practices on the carbon cycle were estimated. Four year average, monthly maximum value GVI composites were clustered on the basis of timing, magnitude, and duration of greenness as recorded by the normalized difference of vegetation index (NDVI). The resulting 42 image classes were identified by a variety of quantitative and qualitative methods including expert assessment by scientists with extensive field experience in the FSU and analysis of temporal NDVI response curves. The image classes appear to accurately delineate vegetation/landcover regions. The percent agricultural land, percent forest cover and percent natural nonforest was estimated for each image class. Equivalent ecosystems described in the Bazilevich carbon data base were used to calculate the carbon cycle parameters forest and natural non-forest ecosystems. Carbon estimates for agricultural lands were calculated from production data. Comparisons between areal estimates of land cover from this research and reported statistics are very good. For example, forested land was estimated at 876 million hectares (MHa) forest statistical data from the FSU estimate commercial forests to be 814 MHa. Total agricultural lands are estimated in research to be 211 MHa, the same as reported by the USDA and very close to the 217 MHa reported by statistics from the FSU. Results from carbon budget analysis include: - Complete conversion of all climatically suitable lands to no-till management would sequester over 3 gigatons (Gt) of carbon in the agricultural soils of the FSU. - Phytomass and net primary productivity (NPP) estimates for forest and non-forest ecosystems compare well with carbon budget estimates that used maps to identify carbon quantifiable regions. Title: A procedure for estimating the carbon budget of terrestrial ecosystems in the former Soviet Union by geographic information system analysis and classification of AVHRR derived Global Vegetation Index Author: Gaston, Greg G. The purpose of this research was to develop methods for using geographic information system (GIS) analysis and unsupervised classification of Global Vegetation Index (GVI) images to improve carbon budget estimates of the former Soviet Union (FSU). A GIS was used to locate the geographic distribution and estimate the area of agricultural lands in the FSU. Climatic factors were used to isolate agricultural lands suitable for no-till management. The effects of various tillage practices on the carbon cycle were estimated. Four year average, monthly maximum value GVI composites were clustered on the basis of timing, magnitude, and duration of greenness as recorded by the normalized difference of vegetation index (NDVI). The resulting 42 image classes were identified by a variety of quantitative and qualitative methods including expert assessment by scientists with extensive field experience in the FSU and analysis of temporal NDVI response curves. The image classes appear to accurately delineate vegetation/landcover regions. The percent agricultural land, percent forest cover and percent natural nonforest was estimated for each image class. Equivalent ecosystems described in the Bazilevich carbon data base were used to calculate the carbon cycle parameters forest and natural non-forest ecosystems. Carbon estimates for agricultural lands were calculated from production data. Comparisons between areal estimates of land cover from this research and reported statistics are very good. For example, forested land was estimated at 876 million hectares (MHa) forest statistical data from the FSU estimate commercial forests to be 814 MHa. Total agricultural lands are estimated in research to be 211 MHa, the same as reported by the USDA and very close to the 217 MHa reported by statistics from the FSU. Results from carbon budget analysis include: - Complete conversion of all climatically suitable lands to no-till management would sequester over 3 gigatons (Gt) of carbon in the agricultural soils of the FSU. - Phytomass and net primary productivity (NPP) estimates for forest and non-forest ecosystems compare well with carbon budget estimates that used maps to identify carbon quantifiable regions. Close