Nuno Capela, a researcher at the Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE) and the TERRA Associate Laboratory, was recently interviewed by the BBC to present a groundbreaking study on the flight sounds of the Asian hornet. This research is gaining attention for employing a simple yet effective technology to help monitor and control the spread of this invasive species, which poses an increasing threat to biodiversity and agriculture
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CFE Researcher Nuno Capela Presents Groundbreaking Study on Asian Hornet Flight Sounds on BBC
Continuar a ler…: CFE Researcher Nuno Capela Presents Groundbreaking Study on Asian Hornet Flight Sounds on BBC Continue reading…: CFE Researcher Nuno Capela Presents Groundbreaking Study on Asian Hornet Flight Sounds on BBCNuno Capela, a researcher at the Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE) and the TERRA Associate Laboratory, was recently interviewed by the BBC to present a groundbreaking study on the flight sounds of the Asian hornet. This research is gaining attention for employing a simple yet effective technology to help monitor and control the spread of…
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World Earth Day Celebrated with Science, Philosophy, and Collaboration at the National Library of Portugal
Continuar a ler…: World Earth Day Celebrated with Science, Philosophy, and Collaboration at the National Library of Portugal Continue reading…: World Earth Day Celebrated with Science, Philosophy, and Collaboration at the National Library of PortugalOn April 22, in celebration of World Earth Day, the TERRA Associate Laboratory will host a special event that brings together science, philosophical reflection, and collaborative action in support of sustainability and the future of the planet. The initiative will take place at the National Library of Portugal in Lisbon and invites the scientific community…
On April 22, in celebration of World Earth Day, the TERRA Associate Laboratory will host a special event that brings together science, philosophical reflection, and collaborative action in support of sustainability and the future of the planet. The initiative will take place at the National Library of Portugal in Lisbon and invites the scientific community to participate in a day fully dedicated to knowledge and action
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Study Published in Nature Reveals Hidden Impact of Human Activities on Nature
Continuar a ler…: Study Published in Nature Reveals Hidden Impact of Human Activities on Nature Continue reading…: Study Published in Nature Reveals Hidden Impact of Human Activities on NatureAn international study involving researchers from the TERRA Associate Laboratory — Ruben Heleno and José Miguel Costa, from the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Coimbra (FCTUC) — reveals that many areas of natural vegetation lack species that could be present, especially in regions heavily impacted by human activity
An international study involving researchers from the TERRA Associate Laboratory — Ruben Heleno and José Miguel Costa, from the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Coimbra (FCTUC) — reveals that many areas of natural vegetation lack species that could be present, especially in regions heavily impacted by human activity
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TERRA Hosts Final Event of the ACORNDEW Project at Instituto Superior de Agronomia
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Hosts Final Event of the ACORNDEW Project at Instituto Superior de Agronomia Continue reading…: TERRA Hosts Final Event of the ACORNDEW Project at Instituto Superior de AgronomiaThe TERRA Associate Laboratory will host the final seminar of the ACORNDEW research project on May 9, 2025. This event marks an essential opportunity to share scientific results and discuss strategies aimed at promoting the sustainable management of forests and natural resources, with a particular focus on inland regions of the country
The TERRA Associate Laboratory will host the final seminar of the ACORNDEW research project on May 9, 2025. This event marks an essential opportunity to share scientific results and discuss strategies aimed at promoting the sustainable management of forests and natural resources, with a particular focus on inland regions of the country
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Over 1,000 Fungal Species Now on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, with Contribution from the University of Coimbra
Continuar a ler…: Over 1,000 Fungal Species Now on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, with Contribution from the University of Coimbra Continue reading…: Over 1,000 Fungal Species Now on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, with Contribution from the University of CoimbraThe latest update of the IUCN (International Union for the Conservation of Nature) Red List of Threatened Species marks a historic milestone: more than 1,000 fungal species have now been officially assessed, confirming that deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development are driving many species toward extinction globally
The latest update of the IUCN (International Union for the Conservation of Nature) Red List of Threatened Species marks a historic milestone: more than 1,000 fungal species have now been officially assessed, confirming that deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development are driving many species toward extinction globally
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Infographic “Microplastics in the Environment”: Two Decades of Discoveries and Challenges
Continuar a ler…: Infographic “Microplastics in the Environment”: Two Decades of Discoveries and Challenges Continue reading…: Infographic “Microplastics in the Environment”: Two Decades of Discoveries and ChallengesO Laboratório Associado TERRA disponibiliza agora a nova infografia “Microplásticos no Ambiente: Duas Décadas de Descobertas e Desafios”, um documento essencial para compreender a origem, dispersão e impacto dos microplásticos nos ecossistemas e na saúde humana
O Laboratório Associado TERRA disponibiliza agora a nova infografia “Microplásticos no Ambiente: Duas Décadas de Descobertas e Desafios”, um documento essencial para compreender a origem, dispersão e impacto dos microplásticos nos ecossistemas e na saúde humana
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TERRA Associate Laboratory Releases Video of Debate on the EU-Mercosur Agreement
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Associate Laboratory Releases Video of Debate on the EU-Mercosur Agreement Continue reading…: TERRA Associate Laboratory Releases Video of Debate on the EU-Mercosur AgreementTERRA has just released the video of the debate “Beyond Trade: Building a Sustainable Partnership between the EU and Mercosur,” held on March 14. The event brought together experts from various fields to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the Mercosur agreement, analyzing its economic, environmental, and political impacts through the lens of TERRA’s mission
TERRA has just released the video of the debate “Beyond Trade: Building a Sustainable Partnership between the EU and Mercosur,” held on March 14. The event brought together experts from various fields to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the Mercosur agreement, analyzing its economic, environmental, and political impacts through the lens of TERRA’s mission
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TERRA Researcher Co-Authors Study Published in Nature on the Role of Tree Species in Carbon Sequestration
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Researcher Co-Authors Study Published in Nature on the Role of Tree Species in Carbon Sequestration Continue reading…: TERRA Researcher Co-Authors Study Published in Nature on the Role of Tree Species in Carbon SequestrationThe TERRA Associate Laboratory highlights the publication of a groundbreaking study in the scientific journal Nature, co-authored by researcher António Correia from CEF-ISA. Conducted in collaboration with institutions from 13 countries and coordinated by INRAE and Bordeaux Sciences Agro, the study analyzed the growth of 223 tree species across 160 experimental forests worldwide
The TERRA Associate Laboratory highlights the publication of a groundbreaking study in the scientific journal Nature, co-authored by researcher António Correia from CEF-ISA. Conducted in collaboration with institutions from 13 countries and coordinated by INRAE and Bordeaux Sciences Agro, the study analyzed the growth of 223 tree species across 160 experimental forests worldwide
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Researchers from LEAF presented the YUM Algae project at the final event of the Blue Growth Programme of the EEA Grants
Continuar a ler…: Researchers from LEAF presented the YUM Algae project at the final event of the Blue Growth Programme of the EEA Grants Continue reading…: Researchers from LEAF presented the YUM Algae project at the final event of the Blue Growth Programme of the EEA GrantsOn March 19, 2025, the Cultural Center of Belém in Lisbon hosted the final event of the Blue Growth Programme of the EEA Grants, an initiative aimed at promoting innovation and sustainability in the blue economy sector in Portugal
On March 19, 2025, the Cultural Center of Belém in Lisbon hosted the final event of the Blue Growth Programme of the EEA Grants, an initiative aimed at promoting innovation and sustainability in the blue economy sector in Portugal
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TERRA Associate Laboratory Hosts Debate on the Documentary “Regenerating Life”
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Associate Laboratory Hosts Debate on the Documentary “Regenerating Life” Continue reading…: TERRA Associate Laboratory Hosts Debate on the Documentary “Regenerating Life”The TERRA Associate Laboratory recently organized a debate on the documentary Regenerating Life – How to Cool the Planet, Feed the World, and Live Happily Ever After, a film that proposes a new ecological approach to understanding and addressing the environmental and social crises of our time
The TERRA Associate Laboratory recently organized a debate on the documentary Regenerating Life – How to Cool the Planet, Feed the World, and Live Happily Ever After, a film that proposes a new ecological approach to understanding and addressing the environmental and social crises of our time
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Fourth Session of the “TERRA Grande” Debate Cycle Now Available: “Alternative Water Sources: Desalination?”
Continuar a ler…: Fourth Session of the “TERRA Grande” Debate Cycle Now Available: “Alternative Water Sources: Desalination?” Continue reading…: Fourth Session of the “TERRA Grande” Debate Cycle Now Available: “Alternative Water Sources: Desalination?”TERRA, as part of the “TERRA Grande” debate cycle focused on the theme “Water for Agriculture,” has just released the video of the fourth and final debate, titled “Alternative Water Sources: Desalination?”
TERRA, as part of the “TERRA Grande” debate cycle focused on the theme “Water for Agriculture,” has just released the video of the fourth and final debate, titled “Alternative Water Sources: Desalination?”
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The TERRA Associate Laboratory Launches a New Infographic “Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources”
Continuar a ler…: The TERRA Associate Laboratory Launches a New Infographic “Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources” Continue reading…: The TERRA Associate Laboratory Launches a New Infographic “Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources”This new infographic was developed by researchers Ivan Viegas and Filipe Martinho from the Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE), based on the most recent data published by the FAO in the report The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2024 – Blue Transformation in Action.
This new infographic was developed by researchers Ivan Viegas and Filipe Martinho from the Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE), based on the most recent data published by the FAO in the report The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2024 – Blue Transformation in Action.
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New Earthworm Species Named in Honor of Researcher Luís Cunha
Continuar a ler…: New Earthworm Species Named in Honor of Researcher Luís Cunha Continue reading…: New Earthworm Species Named in Honor of Researcher Luís CunhaA new earthworm species, Fimoscolex cunhai, has been described in the Itatiaia National Park (Rio de Janeiro) by Brazilian specialists and named in honor of researcher Luís Cunha from the Environmental Ecology and Ecotoxicology Group at CFE. This recognition was recently published in a Zootaxa article
A new earthworm species, Fimoscolex cunhai, has been described in the Itatiaia National Park (Rio de Janeiro) by Brazilian specialists and named in honor of researcher Luís Cunha from the Environmental Ecology and Ecotoxicology Group at CFE. This recognition was recently published in a Zootaxa article
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Helena Pereira, TERRA Researcher, Assumes Key Roles in Educational and Research Institutions
Continuar a ler…: Helena Pereira, TERRA Researcher, Assumes Key Roles in Educational and Research Institutions Continue reading…: Helena Pereira, TERRA Researcher, Assumes Key Roles in Educational and Research InstitutionsProfessor Helena Pereira, a researcher at the Forest Research Centre (CEF) of the Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA), has been appointed to join important committees at educational and research institutions in Portugal and Spain, solidifying her leadership role in the development of solutions to global environmental challenges
Professor Helena Pereira, a researcher at the Forest Research Centre (CEF) of the Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA), has been appointed to join important committees at educational and research institutions in Portugal and Spain, solidifying her leadership role in the development of solutions to global environmental challenges
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LEAF/TERRA researcher warns of risks to the Baixo Mondego dykes in an article published in Público
Continuar a ler…: LEAF/TERRA researcher warns of risks to the Baixo Mondego dykes in an article published in Público Continue reading…: LEAF/TERRA researcher warns of risks to the Baixo Mondego dykes in an article published in PúblicoResearcher Luís Santos Pereira, member of LEAF – Linking Landscape, Environment, Agriculture, and Food and of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, published an opinion piece in the Público newspaper analyzing the recent floods in Baixo Mondego and warning of structural and institutional weaknesses in the management of the region’s dikes
Researcher Luís Santos Pereira, member of LEAF – Linking Landscape, Environment, Agriculture, and Food and of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, published an opinion piece in the Público newspaper analyzing the recent floods in Baixo Mondego and warning of structural and institutional weaknesses in the management of the region’s dikes
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TERRA Associate Laboratory Releases Infographic on Ecological Networks and Ecosystem Services
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Associate Laboratory Releases Infographic on Ecological Networks and Ecosystem Services Continue reading…: TERRA Associate Laboratory Releases Infographic on Ecological Networks and Ecosystem ServicesThe TERRA Associate Laboratory has recently released an infographic dedicated to Ecological Networks and Ecosystem Services, highlighting the importance of biodiversity for life on Earth and the impacts of its degradation. The infographic was created by researchers Ruben Heleno and Paula Castro from the Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE)
The TERRA Associate Laboratory has recently released an infographic dedicated to Ecological Networks and Ecosystem Services, highlighting the importance of biodiversity for life on Earth and the impacts of its degradation. The infographic was created by researchers Ruben Heleno and Paula Castro from the Centre for Functional Ecology (CFE)
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TERRA Researcher Leads Team Developing Natural Algae-Based Products with Potential Against SARS-CoV-2
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Researcher Leads Team Developing Natural Algae-Based Products with Potential Against SARS-CoV-2 Continue reading…: TERRA Researcher Leads Team Developing Natural Algae-Based Products with Potential Against SARS-CoV-2A team of researchers has identified bioactive compounds in microalgae with the potential to inhibit the entry of SARS-CoV-2 into human cells. This discovery opens new possibilities for the development of innovative therapies based on natural resources
A team of researchers has identified bioactive compounds in microalgae with the potential to inhibit the entry of SARS-CoV-2 into human cells. This discovery opens new possibilities for the development of innovative therapies based on natural resources
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TERRA Researcher Raquel Lobo do Vale Participates in International Meeting on Vegetation Modeling and Fluxes in Agricultural and Forest Ecosystems
Continuar a ler…: TERRA Researcher Raquel Lobo do Vale Participates in International Meeting on Vegetation Modeling and Fluxes in Agricultural and Forest Ecosystems Continue reading…: TERRA Researcher Raquel Lobo do Vale Participates in International Meeting on Vegetation Modeling and Fluxes in Agricultural and Forest EcosystemsRaquel Lobo do Vale, a researcher from the Forest Research Centre (CEF) and the TERRA Associate Laboratory, participated in the international meeting of WG3 – Modeling Vegetation Traits and Fluxes from Optical Data in Agricultural Crops and Forests, held at the Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA) in Lisbon on January 23-24
Raquel Lobo do Vale, a researcher from the Forest Research Centre (CEF) and the TERRA Associate Laboratory, participated in the international meeting of WG3 – Modeling Vegetation Traits and Fluxes from Optical Data in Agricultural Crops and Forests, held at the Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA) in Lisbon on January 23-24
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1st National Congress on Health and Environment features TERRA members
Continuar a ler…: 1st National Congress on Health and Environment features TERRA members Continue reading…: 1st National Congress on Health and Environment features TERRA membersOn February 7 and 8, 2025, the 1st National Congress on Health and Environment – For a Healthy and Sustainable Future was held at Culturgest, in Lisbon. The event was organized by the Portuguese Council for Health and Environment (CPSA)
On February 7 and 8, 2025, the 1st National Congress on Health and Environment – For a Healthy and Sustainable Future was held at Culturgest, in Lisbon. The event was organized by the Portuguese Council for Health and Environment (CPSA)
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Teresa Ferreira, President of the Board of Coordinators of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, signs article on the importance of reprogramming the PRR for science
Continuar a ler…: Teresa Ferreira, President of the Board of Coordinators of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, signs article on the importance of reprogramming the PRR for science Continue reading…: Teresa Ferreira, President of the Board of Coordinators of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, signs article on the importance of reprogramming the PRR for scienceProfessor Teresa Ferreira, coordinator of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, is one of the signatories of an opinion article published in Público, highlighting the need to reprogram the “Plano de Recuperação e Resiliência” (PRR) for the benefit of science and innovation in Portugal
Professor Teresa Ferreira, coordinator of the TERRA Associate Laboratory, is one of the signatories of an opinion article published in Público, highlighting the need to reprogram the “Plano de Recuperação e Resiliência” (PRR) for the benefit of science and innovation in Portugal
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