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Welcome to our new Associate Editor Julia Nowack!
Julia runs the Cool Mammals Lab at Liverpool John Moores University UK, where she studies ecophysiology, thermoregulation and energetics of mammals.
Seagrass restoration is valuable for marine conservation, yet replanting success is not guaranteed.
This study shows how biochemical measurements can help restoration efforts by providing early indicators of seagrass transplant’s health.
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If you’re an early-career researcher from the Global South, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to apply for a funded place on the @Co_Biologists Integrative Ecological Neurobiology in Changing Environments Workshop in Argentina
Application deadline: 6 November ‘26
Applications are now open for our Workshop on Integrative Ecological Neurobiology in Changing Environments, taking place in Argentina. We offer 20 funded places for early-career researchers from the Global South to attend, alongside our invited speakers.
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ALT Integrative Ecological Neurobiology in Changing Environments
Organisers: Martin Berón de Astrada, Sebastián Eduardo Sabatini, Maria Soledad Yusseppone and Martín Tresguerres
Date: 1 – 5 August 2027
Venue: Mercure Iguazu Hotel Iru, Puerto Iguazu, Argentina
Early-career researchers can apply for a FUNDED PLACE at @Co_Biologists Workshop, Integrating Physiology & Behaviour in Assessment of Ectotherm Heat Tolerance, 7-10 March 2027 Organisers: Michael Ørsted & Johannes Overgaard Application deadline: 11 Sept tinyurl.com/23rm6z69
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Integrating Physiology and Behaviour in Assessment of Ectotherm Heat Tolerance
Organisers: Michael Ørsted and Johannes Overgaard
Early-career researchers apply for funded places
7-1- March 2027
Buxted Park, East Sussex, UK
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Yellowfin tuna feeding varies by location.
This #BioLogging study uses electronic tagging to show differences in energy intake across the tropical Pacific, explaining size variation and informing conservation.
Find out more here⬇️
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Impacts of climate change are hard to predict in birds and bats.🐦️🦇
This #Review examines approaches to predict thermal vulnerability and gaps in our understanding of heat management which could guide conservation as temperatures rise.
Read below⬇️
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The second of two companion reviews: how animals survive shifting-sand deserts, providing key insights for conservation.🦎
🌡️💧How do they breathe, fuel, and retain water in such extremes?
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Methods for predicting responses of ectotherms to climate change which minimally disturb their behaviour need to be developed.
This #Toolbox study tests a non-invasive way to measure body temperature in hatchling desert tortoises. 🐢
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The first of two companion reviews: understanding survival of animals in shifting-sand deserts for conservation of these species.🦎
This review explores movement and thermal tolerance of animals in their sandy fortress.
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💡Nighttime artificial light is affecting coastal life.
🐟️ This study reveals that fish exposed to artificial light show metabolic changes which increase their predation risk.🐟️
Read here⬇️
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🦞Climate change and bait shortages are reshaping lobster diets and thermal stress in the Gulf of Maine.
This study shows temperature–diet effects on metabolism, stress tolerance, and survival. Bait guidelines are critical.
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How do we test fish thermal tolerance on a warming planet?
Our latest #Perspective article examines current methods, and the authors propose more ecologically relevant alternatives.
Dive in⬇️
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Check out the new editorial from our Editor-in-Chief @AndreaFuller06, reflecting on the Journal’s growing diversity in areas of expertise and global outreach, and on supporting #EarlyCareerResearchers who enrich the discipline with fresh insights.
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My reflections on two years as Editor-in-Chief for @conphysjournal. It’s been a privilege to help shape and grow this incredible journal community. doi.org/10.1093/conphys/coag…
Call for papers!📢
We're inviting submissions for our upcoming #SpecialIssue: Applications of Mechanistic Modelling in Biodiversity Conservation.
We welcome papers linking modelling with conservation policy and practice. 🖥️ 🌍️
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Greenland sharks 🦈 are a vulnerable species at risk of accidental capture during angling. This study shows that Greenland sharks are resilient to capture stress when properly handled, highlighting the importance of proper handling practices.
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The call is out for submissions to our special issue on mechanistic modelling for conservation. We're interested in work from all ecosystems on all taxa. Send us your work!
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We are delighted to announce the next installment of our #CommunityConversations webinar series 🌎💬
In this FREE event, journal editors Sean Tomlinson & Jeff Clements discuss how to get the most out of the #PeerReview process.
Info here ➡️ tinyurl.com/4r9hnjju#ECR