External Press Releases — Page 2

New research has found that some kelp forests around Vancouver Island were disappearing far earlier than previously thought.

SFI External Professor Brian Enquist (University of Arizona) has been awarded the Ecological Society of America’s prestigious Robert H. MacArthur Award, which celebrates a mid-career ecologist.

A global study shows a strong positive impact of agroforestry on biodiversity—but restoration measures are not a substitute for forest conservation.

Susana Wadgymar, a professor at Davidson College, was recently honored by the Ecological Society of America for her research that sheds light on plants’ ability to weather climate change.

Three students recently represented Kalamazoo College at the 2026 meeting of the Great Lakes Chapter of the Ecological Society of America, where two of them swept the top undergraduate honors for their research presentations.

As large swaths of Maine’s kelp forests transition into a new state, a study by Bigelow Laboratory scientists reveals what’s driving the northward progression of turf algae and the loss of kelp forests.

Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory scientists Jill Anderson and Ian Breckheimer have received the 2026 W.S. Cooper Award from the Ecological Society of America.

After a short, low intensity burn that scorches leaves and chars stems, at least some invading species resprout and grow back.

Scientists use microphones to identify how birds respond to predators.

Kenneth Klemow, professor emeritus of biology and earth systems science at Wilkes University, has been chosen to receive the Ecological Society of America’s 2026 Distinguished Lifetime Service Award.

UTEP doctoral student Parikrama Sapkota is the 2026 recipient of the E. Lucy Braun Award from the Ecological Society of America.

The award celebrates Weigel’s sustained, outstanding work in ecology education.

Professors of ecology and evolutionary biology Roxanne Beltran and Erika Zavaleta partner on research that bridges ecology, inclusive education, and field-based learning.

Her award honors a study she coauthored that examines the ecological resilience, genetic diversity and cultural and nutritional significance of traditional crops in the Himalaya.

Casey Youngflesh, a Clemson University scientist whose work leverages ecological big data to understand the natural world, has been named an Early Career Fellow by the Ecological Society of America.

New research provides important insights into how species react to climate change – and how quickly evolution can actually occur.

A new study on the chemical composition of pitcher plants and their wasp neighbors suggests that what was thought to be a purely predatory-prey relationship might benefit both sides.

A new study has found drones flown above the ocean are unlikely to disturb whale sharks, the world’s largest fish.

New research uses tree rings and satellites to date changes made by beavers to the Arctic landscape.

New research reveals how warming temperatures and environmental factors are affecting rainbow trout survival in the Stellako River, offering valuable insight to support sustainable freshwater fish populations.