Projects

Food web dynamics and energy transport from phyto- to zooplankton under the influence of parasitic fungi.

Connectivity and synchronisation of lake ecosystems in space and time

We aim to unravel how C:nutrient ratios, polyphenol content and bacteria interact on macrophyte decomposition.

CLIMSHIFT aims for a mechanistic under-standing of stressor interactions acting on shallow aquatic systems, which are especially vulnerable to climate warming and agricultural run-off.

Feeding urban populations is a global challenge, additionally straining the Food-Water-Energy Nexus. CITYFOOD provides innovative solutions by integrating aqua-agriculture systems into cities.

Groups of decision makers can integrate their independent informational states and outperform individuals (collective intelligence). However, the extent to which collective intelligence has been shaped by natural selection in response to ecological challenges is largely unknown.

Mexican waves of the Sulphur molly

The project studies the ecology, use and socio-economic importance of Rügen pike and develops recommendations for sustainable management