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Doctoral student Grace Zhang and professor Regina Baucom in ecology and evolutionary biology at University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts found that morning glory plants can withstand the effects of weed killers and show resistance to insect damage. “Resistance is a big problem, tolerance is a big problem. But beyond that, we don’t really have a great idea of how herbicides impact plant evolution in general and how it might impact how plants interact with other things in their environment.” via Earth.com Inc: https://lnkd.in/ehfxeTVK

🔬 OWCN Research Spotlight: The 2007 Cosco Busan incident highlighted the susceptibility of SF Bay Area river otters to oil exposure via foraging on oiled prey species. In 2019, the River Otter Ecology Project and California Academy of Sciences submitted a proposal to compare camera and genetic techniques for assessing this river otter population. We funded this research across two years through our competitive grants program. The project found that noninvasive camera methods and genetic techniques show great promise for providing both qualitative and quantitative insights into the distribution and abundance of river otters. REMINDER: Deadline to submit a pre-proposal for the 2025-2026 OWCN grant cycle is 10 days away - https://lnkd.in/gD7nnRJ Photo Credit: Carlos Porrata

Mycozen: A Vesicular Arbuscular Mycorrhiza for vigorous plant growth. Mycozen helps in mutual beneficial relationship with the roots of plants and certain fungi. These remarkable partnerships play a crucial role in nutrient cycles, plant ecology, evolution, and physiology. 🌱🦠🌿 #vesiculararbuscularmycorrhiza #nutrientcycle #plantecology #criyagen

How does host immunity regulate pathogen populations? Discover the research of Sarah Cobey, Professor of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Chicago, in this month’s NITMB member bio! https://lnkd.in/g-p-WQJd

Thrips parvispinus (Karny) is an emerging invasive pest that has spread globally over the past three decades. Recently found in Florida and Georgia, it has the potential to invade South Carolina. Key pestiferous traits include its small size, cryptic damage symptoms, and rapid reproductive rate. While extensive literature exists on its biology, ecology, and management, field identification remains challenging. To address this, we’ve developed a comprehensive field guide to help growers and stakeholders distinguish this species from other common dark species in the ornamental industry. The guide focuses on field characteristics and damage symptoms to facilitate timely identification and management. Let’s work together to protect our ornamentals from this emerging threat! 🌱 #InvasiveSpecies #PestManagement #ThripsParvispinus #OrnamentalHorticulture #SustainableAgriculture #IPM #PlantHealth #AgricultureInnovation

Excellent insights in this post! Thank you, Dr. Zee Ahmed, for providing growers and IPM professionals with the knowledge needed to address this emerging threat in the ornamental industry. By now, everyone involved in ornamental production across the U.S. should be aware of this invasive thrips species. This is a critical moment to ensure your operations are prepared. Early detection and robust IPM strategies are key to protecting your crops and maintaining the quality standards our industry relies on. Don’t wait until this pest impacts your bottom line—stay informed and proactive in combating this challenge. #Thripsparvispinus #Thripsparvi #invasivethrips #invasivespecies #IntegratedPestManagement #IPM #CulturalControl #Prevention #Monitoring

Host-specific monogeneans parasitizing freshwater fish: The ecology and evolution of host-parasite associations https://lnkd.in/dQQaa78j

Our talk about our recent paper on #Chornobyl tree frogs age and ageing (https://lnkd.in/dxSq79dC) is finally out as part of RoyalSociety Seminar Series in Ecology and Evolution. Have a look!! https://lnkd.in/dsdC6DRC

Second PhD chapter plublished in Methods in Ecology and Evolution! https://lnkd.in/gDJA7xSh RapidBenthos - automodated workflow that segments and annotates orthomosaics.

#FuturePrediction - 94 In the Future, extinction reversal projects will bring back long-lost species through advanced cloning and genetic engineering, balancing ecosystems. I’ll call this “Revival Ecology.”