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PEER Network seminar on ML/AI in Environmental sciences – Expanding the horizons in environmental monitoring and forecasting

Following the success of the first PEER Network seminar, which introduced the use of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Environmental Sciences, we are excited to announce the second webinar in this series, scheduled for...

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Book now and save £50 on 'Train the trainer' course

Gain best practice in the development and delivery of interactive training.

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The effects of plastic on the three planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental pollution: scientific knowledge is still patchy and unevenly distributed. Source: Annika Jahnke / UFZ The effects of plastic on the three planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental pollution: scientific knowledge is still patchy and unevenly distributed. Source: Annika Jahnke / UFZ

Environmental Impacts of Plastics: Moving beyond the perspective on waste

A UFZ team analyses the impacts of plastics on climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental pollution.

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Book now save £100! Unlock the Power of Radiological Environmental Protection: 3-20 June 2025

We are pleased to announce new dates set for our highly anticipated course on Radiological Environmental Protection. We are relaunching this comprehensive program to empower professionals like you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the...

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The future of algal blooms in lakes globally is in our hands

What does the future hold for our lakes globally — clear waters or widespread algal blooms? A new study is the first to model and project algal blooms on a global scale under different socio-economic and climate scenarios . Conducted by Wageningen...

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SpongeScapes delegates visiting the Evenlode catchment in England

SpongeScapes: progressing European climate adaptation research

The UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) hosted the SpongeScapes General Assembly from 23 to 25 October 2024 at its Wallingford site. SpongeScapes is a major European initiative, funded by the EU Horizon Europe Programme and UKRI, aimed at...

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Book now! Hydrometry: River discharge monitoring using ADCPs 12 & 13 March 2025

This very practical training workshop is for new starters and moderately experienced ADCP users alike. You will have a live interactive learning experience. We will demonstrate several of the field techniques. These will show the deployment of...

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Evidence synthesis training 26 Feb 2025

This dynamic and interactive online course will introduce you to essential methodologies in Evidence Synthesis, Evidence Review, Systematic Reviews, and Rapid Evidence Assessment.

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Ongoing studies are still exploring the pros and cons of drone-based monitoring of cryptic species and non-colonial species of breeding waterbirds. (Photo: Thomas E. Holm).

Drones assessing bird numbers along the East Atlantic Flyway

Development of new drone-based remote methods for counting and mapping waterbirds.

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Water's toll on the land: The effects of erosion are evident in the disrupted soil, underscoring the need of maintaining soil stability in vulnerable areas. © Zedspider - stock.adobe.com 2024

Urgent action needed to reverse soil degradation in Europe

Soil degradation threatens our competitiveness, food security, agricultural productivity, biodiversity, and resilience to extreme weather events and climate change. Joint efforts at EU, national, and local level focus on restoring soil health.

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