Twan Stoffers

Dr. Twan Stoffers is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB), Berlin, affiliated with the Community and Ecosystem Ecology Department. His work focuses on fish ecology, freshwater biodiversity, river restoration, and conservation biology. He leads the Aquatic Ecogeography research group and actively contributes to projects like BioAgora, which bridges scientific research with policy and societal needs. His expertise includes fish population dynamics, elasmobranch biology, and transboundary conservation strategies.

Research Interests:

• Ontogenetic shifts in fish populations
• Habitat heterogeneity and connectivity in river systems
• Conservation of migratory fish species
• Ecological impacts of river restoration policies
• Global swimways for freshwater biodiversity

Publications highlight his work on river restoration efficacy, shark conservation, and policy interfaces. He has collaborated extensively across Europe and the Caribbean, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration for effective conservation. Current projects include analyzing the EU Nature Restoration Law’s implementation challenges and advancing science-policy dialogue through BioAgora.

Key Achievements:

• Published in high-impact journals like Nature Ecology & Evolution and Conservation Biology
• Developed frameworks for assessing river restoration longevity
• Promoted transboundary conservation strategies for migratory fish