جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Avian Migration
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Christiaan Both is a Professor of Animal Ecology at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, affiliated with the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. His research focuses on avian migration, climate change impacts, and ecological adaptation, particularly in migratory birds. He holds leadership roles in scientific advisory boards such as SOVON and the Netherlands Ornithologists Union. Both studied Biology at Wageningen, Groningen, and Oxford, completing a PhD on avian reproductive ecology in 1998. He held postdoctoral positions globally before joining Groningen in 2004. Key research themes include phenological mismatch in migratory birds, climate-driven habitat shifts, and dispersal strategies in response to environmental change. His work has been featured in Science , Nature , and Current Biology , and he has received grants from NWO, NATO, and the Prins Bernhard Fund. Notable contributions include documenting climate-related shifts in bird migration timing and population declines in long-distance migrants. Both advises on conservation policies and has engaged the public through media outlets like TIME Magazine and National Geographic. His current projects explore genetic and behavioral mechanisms enabling bird populations to adapt to global environmental changes.

• Marine Biology
• Biodiversity
• Zoantharians
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

James Davis Reimer is a Professor in the Department of Marine Sciences, Chemistry and Biology at the University of the Ryukyus in Okinawa, Japan, where he has been based since 2007. He also serves as an Adjunct Researcher at the Tropical Biosphere Research Center affiliated with the University of the Ryukyus. His position provides access to diverse marine ecosystems across the Ryukyu Islands chain stretching from Taiwan to mainland Japan. Reimer's research primarily focuses on the biodiversity of understudied marine invertebrate groups, particularly benthic cnidarians including zoantharians and their endosymbionts, as well as octocorals. His work spans from shallow tropical coral reefs to the deep sea, with recent research examining the impact of coastal development on marine diversity and ecosystems. His extensive publication record demonstrates expertise in DNA barcoding, metabarcoding, phylogenetic analyses, and biodiversity assessment across various marine habitats. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on marine biodiversity assessment using molecular techniques, with particular emphasis on cnidarian taxonomy, symbiotic relationships, and the impacts of anthropogenic activities on marine ecosystems. His work often incorporates field studies in the Ryukyu Islands and Okinawa, contributing significantly to our understanding of marine biodiversity patterns across depth gradients and microhabitats. Okinawa Research Prize for science contributing to the well-being and understanding of the Ryukyu Islands (2015) Narishige Prize by the Zoological Society of Japan in recognition of his unique research output (2021) Reimer maintains an active research program with numerous collaborations across international institutions, as evidenced by his extensive publication record and editorial work with PeerJ. His research group, associated with the MISE Lab, appears to focus on molecular approaches to marine biodiversity assessment, with particular attention to understudied invertebrate taxa. He has contributed significantly to large collaborative efforts addressing global marine biodiversity conservation challenges. His work connects fundamental research on marine invertebrate biodiversity with applied conservation concerns, particularly regarding coastal development impacts and coral reef health in the Ryukyu Islands region. The MISE Lab serves as the primary research hub for his ongoing investigations into marine biodiversity patterns and processes.

• Soil Biology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Casper Quist is a Lecturer in Biosystematics at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in soil ecology and nematode biology. His research focuses on soil food web dynamics, biodiversity loss under land-use changes, and invasive species impacts. He completed his PhD (2011–2017) on DNA barcoding-based soil monitoring, supervised by Prof. Helder and Dr. Bakker. Key research interests include the roles of nematodes in ecosystem processes, plant-microbe interactions, and spatial distribution patterns of soil organisms. He has contributed to global databases on soil nematode abundance and led studies on invasive species like Solidago gigantea. Recent work (2023) highlights biodiversity loss in soil food webs when grazing ceases, with findings published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B . He collaborates internationally, contributing to meta-analyses on climate change impacts (2022) and soil quality evaluation via metabarcoding (2019). Quist actively engages in public outreach through initiatives like the Biodiversity Challenge (2024), bridging academic research and community education. His work is supported by grants and datasets archived in platforms like Dryad and Figshare.

• Avian Ecology
• Migratory Bird Behavior
• Climate Change Impacts on Wildlife
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Theunis Piersma is a renowned ecologist at the University of Groningen, specializing in animal ecology with a focus on migratory birds. He holds a dual role as a Wadden biologist at the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) on Texel, advocating for Wadden Sea conservation. His work integrates long-term field studies, satellite tracking, and genetic analyses to understand how climate, food availability, and human activity impact bird populations. Key affiliations include leadership roles in BirdEyes, an interdisciplinary climate change research center, and the Watch Birds project monitoring six Wadden Sea species. Notable achievements include the Spinoza Prize (2014), Godman Salvin Prize (2020), and Royal Decoration for his contributions to ecology. His research spans avian migration learning mechanisms, habitat conservation strategies, and climate-driven ecological shifts. Recent studies emphasize avian migration plasticity (e.g., learned routes in black-tailed godwits), the impact of habitat loss on shorebirds, and leveraging big data from bird transmitters to guide conservation. Collaborations involve institutions like NIOZ, University of Amsterdam, and Fryske Akademy.

Berry van der Hoornمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• DNA Metabarcoding
• Aquatic Ecosystem Monitoring
• Biodiversity Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Berry van der Hoorn is a Lecturer and Researcher at Inholland University of Applied Sciences, holding a Lectorship in 'Living in the Metropolis.' His work focuses on molecular biodiversity monitoring, DNA metabarcoding, and aquatic ecosystem assessment. He specializes in advancing standardization of biomonitoring protocols and integrating DNA-based methods into ecological research and policy. Research Interests: Berry’s expertise spans environmental DNA (eDNA), macroinvertebrate ecology, freshwater and marine biomonitoring, and functional traits of invasive species. He emphasizes reproducibility in genetic methodologies and collaborates internationally on projects like DNAqua-Net to harmonize protocols across laboratories. His recent work highlights the reliability of metabarcoding for biodiversity assessment, particularly in marine and freshwater systems. He has contributed to developing reference libraries for benthic invertebrates and diatoms, enhancing biomonitoring accuracy in European waters. Berry has published extensively on topics such as mitochondrial genome sequencing, spatial variation in zooplankton communities, and invasive crayfish ecology. His research bridges academic and applied contexts, aiming to inform conservation strategies and policy decisions. He actively participates in international initiatives like the DNAqua-Net network and has authored foundational papers on protocol standardization, eDNA applications, and biodiversity recovery assessments.

• Avian Migration
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Climate Change
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Christiaan Both is a Professor of Animal Ecology at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences and the Department of Animal Ecology. His research focuses on understanding how organisms adapt to environmental changes, particularly in long-distance migratory birds. He holds academic leadership roles, including chairing the NWO Research Community Life & Planet and the Netherlands Ornithological Union. He has received prestigious grants such as the NWO VIDI Fellowship and has contributed to international conservation efforts. Education: B.Sc. Biology (1988-1993), Universities of Wageningen, Groningen, and Oxford Ph.D. (1998), Netherlands Institute of Ecology Research Interests: Prof. Both studies climate change impacts on avian migration, evolutionary ecology, and adaptation strategies in migratory species. His work integrates field studies, genetic analysis, and behavioral observations to address ecological challenges. Awards & Grants: NWO VIDI Personal Research Fellowship (2006) NATO Science Fellowship (1998) Prins Bernhard Fund Grant (2005) Labs/Teams: Leads the Both Group - Global Change Ecology, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to ecological and evolutionary questions.

Maurine Dietzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Animal Ecology
• Ecophysiology
• Microbiome
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maurine Dietz is a Researcher at the University of Groningen's Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (Faculty of Science and Engineering). Her work focuses on animal ecology, ecophysiology, and microbiome interactions, particularly in birds. She holds editorial roles, including on Physiological and Biochemical Zoology , and collaborates with senior researchers such as Prof. Irene Tieleman and Prof. Joana Falcao Salles. Research interests include gut microbiome development in birds, environmental influences on microbiota, and symbiotic relationships. Notable projects explore how early-life food restriction impacts microbiome development in rock pigeons and temperature-driven seasonal shifts in gut microbiota. She also investigates dietary effects on immunity in tropical songbirds and feather bacterial loads in migratory passerines. Teaching responsibilities include supervising bachelor and master’s students in ecophysiology, animal ecology, and behavioral biology. Her work bridges lab and field studies, often involving DNA metabarcoding and ecological validation techniques. Publications span 47 works, including peer-reviewed articles in Microorganisms , Iscience , and Animal Microbiome . She actively engages in science communication through expert commentary on avian physiology and ecology.

• Marine Ecology
• Environmental Risk Assessment
• Renewable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robbert Jak is a Researcher and Business Manager at Wageningen Marine Research , focusing on marine ecosystems, environmental risk assessment, and sustainable aquaculture. His work bridges ecological research with policy and industry applications. Active Projects : Leading initiatives like Add_N2000 Habitatprofielen (2024–2025) and eDNA zooplankton (2019–2023), integrating DNA metabarcoding and automated image analysis for ecosystem monitoring. Research Interests : Robbert specializes in the North Sea ecosystem, with emphasis on: Environmental Risk Management – assessing impacts of human activities on marine biodiversity. Renewable Energy Integration – exploring synergies between offshore energy and marine conservation. Aquaculture Safety Protocols – ensuring sustainable and safe seaweed cultivation practices. Recent Activities : He has presented at academic conferences, including topics like zooplankton monitoring and multi-use marine strategies. His media contributions highlight CO₂ mitigation via seaweed farming and jellyfish blooms in the Grevelingen.

• Food Science
• Molecular Biology
• Food Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bas Fronen is a Research Officer at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in molecular biology and food safety. He contributes to the Team Bacteriology, Molecular Biology & AMR, focusing on allergen detection, food authentication, and rapid diagnostic techniques. Research Interests: Food science, PCR optimization, allergen detection, and DNA metabarcoding. Recent Work: Includes development of LAMP-LFD assays for soy DNA detection, comparative studies of DNA extraction kits, and nanopore-based food authentication pipelines. Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary projects involving food matrices, molecular diagnostics, and edible insect allergen analysis.

• Food Safety
• Food Science
• Genetically Modified Organisms
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Theo Prins is a Researcher at Wageningen University & Research within the Department of Food Safety Research, where he leads the National Reference Laboratory for Genetically Modified feed/food project (2009-2025). He specializes in molecular detection methods and food safety assessment as part of the Team Virology, GGO & Visual Techniques. His research focuses on genetically modified organism (GMO) detection, DNA-based food authentication, mycotoxin analysis, and safety evaluation of novel food sources like insect-based products. Prins develops advanced molecular techniques including multiplex PCR and DNA metabarcoding for identifying GMOs and endangered species in complex food matrices, addressing critical food safety challenges in global supply chains. Recent publications highlight his work on the EUginius database for comprehensive GMO identification and safety assessments of black soldier fly larvae reared on waste streams. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in DNA extraction validation and real-time PCR methodologies for food safety applications. Prins actively contributes to international food safety initiatives through conference presentations on genome-edited organisms and global information sharing systems. His work is sustained by the long-term NRL GM feed/food project, reflecting institutional commitment to his research agenda. He operates within Wageningen Food Safety Research's collaborative environment, working with multidisciplinary teams on cutting-edge food authentication and safety projects using advanced genomic tools.

• Biodiversity
• Forest Ecology
• Mycobiome
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ivo Laros is a Researcher at the Animal Ecology department of Wageningen University & Research . His work focuses on microbial communities in forest ecosystems, particularly examining the interplay between tree vitality , eDNA sampling , and canopy biodiversity . Research Output: 46 publications and datasets Collaborations: Active in European temperate forest studies Key Research Areas Canopy and soil microbial ecology Environmental DNA (eDNA) for biodiversity assessment Pathogenic and symbiotic protist-fungi interactions Deadwood and bark beetle dynamics Dataset Contributions include high-throughput metabarcoding studies of soil protists and canopy bacterial communities. His technical expertise spans DNA sequencing and ecological monitoring systems.

• Fish Ecology
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Eel Conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joep de Leeuw is a Researcher at Wageningen Marine Research, part of Wageningen University & Research, specializing in Dutch aquatic ecosystems with expertise in fish ecology, eel conservation, and climate adaptation in freshwater systems. His core research areas include: European eel (Anguilla anguilla) population dynamics and conservation Smelt fisheries management in IJsselmeer/Markermeer Ecological restoration of wetlands (Marker Wadden project) Climate change impacts on freshwater biodiversity Food web interactions in modified aquatic environments Stakeholder-engaged living lab approaches Recent publications reveal a strong applied focus on translating ecological research into management solutions, particularly through habitat restoration (wetland islands), fisheries regulation frameworks, and advanced monitoring techniques like PIT tagging. His work consistently addresses the tension between human activities and ecosystem resilience in Dutch inland waters. Scientific Awards: None documented in source materials. Dr. de Leeuw leads multiple LVVN-funded projects including KIMA2.0 (Marker Wadden climate adaptation, 2023-2026) and smelt fisheries ecological criteria development (2024), collaborating with government agencies, NGOs, and research institutes to bridge science and water policy. As a key member of Wageningen Marine Research's freshwater team, he coordinates field studies across the Netherlands while maintaining international collaborations including Arctic seabird diet research through DNA metabarcoding partnerships.

• Agricultural and Biological Sciences
• Earth and Planetary Sciences
• Metabarcoding
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Valerie van der Vorst-van Uem is a Research Fellow in the Team Data Science at Wageningen University & Research. Her work integrates data science with agricultural and biological sciences, focusing on metabarcoding, marine ecology, and computational biology applications. Her research interests include: Metabarcoding and Nanopore technology for species authentication Marine ecology of pelagic fish in the Wadden Sea Transcriptomic analysis of pesticide effects in human cells Scalable diagnostics for avian influenza Recent research output highlights trends in environmental DNA analysis, trophic interactions, and bioinformatics pipelines. Notable collaborations include work on the PIMENTA metabarcoding pipeline and studies of trophic levels in marine food webs. Valerie contributes to high-performance computing applications in biological authentication and participates in global One Health initiatives. Her work bridges ecological monitoring with data science innovations.

• Environmental DNA
• Metabarcoding
• Biodiversity Monitoring
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marcel Polling is a Researcher specializing in environmental DNA (eDNA) and metabarcoding techniques for biodiversity monitoring, with a focus on Dutch ecosystems. His work bridges molecular biology, ecology, and bioinformatics to develop innovative monitoring solutions for airborne and aquatic environments, evidenced by recent publications in high-impact journals and active professional engagements. Dr. Polling's research centers on eDNA applications for vertebrate detection via airborne sampling, macroinvertebrate-based stream restoration assessment, and machine learning-driven pollen classification. His fingerprint highlights core expertise in Metabarcoding (100%), Environmental DNA (66%), and Urticaceae analysis (66%), demonstrating interdisciplinary integration of molecular tools with ecological diagnostics. His publication trends reveal strong emphasis on technological integration: nanopore sequencing pipelines (PIMENTA), deep learning for image classification, and real-world validation of eDNA against traditional methods like camera traps. These efforts advance precision in biodiversity monitoring while addressing practical challenges in turbid Dutch waterways and aerial ecosystems. As Project Leader for the LVVN-funded eDNA biodiversity assessment on Ameland island (2021-2022), Dr. Polling secured research funding and drove field applications. He actively disseminates findings through professional conferences (e.g., DNA metabarcoding for arthropod identification) and Dutch media engagements, including coverage in Water Matters and public broadcasts about airborne DNA detection.

Richard Ubelsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Animal Behavior
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Richard Ubels is a research assistant at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Groningen , affiliated with the Conservation Ecology Group . His work focuses on ornithology, evolutionary biology, and ecological methodology.