Leonid Rasran

Leonid Rasran is a Researcher at the Department of Botany (Institute of Botany) within the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). His work focuses on ecological restoration, plant dispersal mechanisms, and the impacts of human activities on biodiversity. He is affiliated with the iBOTA Botany institute in Vienna and has conducted extensive research on seed transport dynamics in rivers, conservation strategies for grassland and wetland ecosystems, and the effects of wind energy infrastructure on birds of prey.

Research Interests: His primary research areas include plant dispersal ecology, restoration of degraded ecosystems, ornithological studies related to wind farm impacts, and the interplay between agricultural practices and biodiversity conservation. He has explored topics such as hydrochorous seed transport in rivers, floral strip effectiveness for insect restoration, and the ecological niches of invasive plant species.

Publications Trends: Rasran’s work shows a strong focus on applied ecology with recent emphasis on river restoration projects (Traisen River) and the conservation of bird populations affected by wind energy installations. Earlier studies address seed dispersal mechanisms in fluvial systems and the long-term effects of grazing on rewetted river valleys. His research frequently integrates field experiments with spatial analysis to address conservation challenges.

Professional Affiliations: He is reachable at leonid.rasran@boku.ac.at and maintains an office at the Institute of Botany’s Gregor-Mendel-Straße 33 location. Consultation hours are available by appointment.