We studied alpine plant responses to experimental drought in the Australian Alps and found species-specific responses to drought, significantly impacting above ground growth and community dynamics.
Climate Variability and their implication on Kenyas Mt Elgon Grassland
Mt Elgon ecosystem has expansive areas of grasslands that support community livelihoods. Variability in precipitation is the major determinants of changes in size of land under these grasslands
Soil fauna on mountaintops: the ‘GLORIA Extended’ samplings in South Tyrol (Italy)
Here we present first results of (high) alpine soil fauna communities living on mountain tops of South Tyrol (Italy).
How does it feel on Alpine summits when you are a bryophyte?
Big difference exists between macroclimate used in studies and microclimate experienced by species. Here, we model microclimate at 1m resolution from in-situ measurements in Valais, Switzerland.
Mountain Springs in Nepal: Physiochemical and Biological Changes Over Six Years
Himalayan springs sustain biodiversity and communities but face depletion from natural and anthropogenic causes. This study examines temporal changes in Nepal’s middle hills, useful for conservation.
Population response of mountain species to past climate change is independent from their elevational zone
Demographic responses of Iranian mountain plant species to past climate changes reveals that probably microhabitats, and not elevation, shape post-glacial expansion-contraction patterns of species.
Linking soil microbial and plant diversity along spontaneous afforestation dynamics
spontaneous afforestation affects soil nutrients and both above and below ground biodiversity a leading to a lower variability of microbial diversity likely due to its more homogeneous conditions.
Co-constructing Nature-Based Solutions Deployment Scenarios with Local Stakeholders: A Living Lab Approach in the French Alps
The VivAlp Living Lab co-developed Nature-based Solutions scenarios with stakeholders, integrating constraints, ecosystem services, and community preferences for effective implementation.
Alpine dwarf shrubs growing on green roofs
Alpine dwarf shrubs may be appropriate species for green roofs due to their adaptation to windy, rocky, and nutrient-poor sites.
Understanding the resilience of Australian alpine plants to climate change: Insights from population genomics and germination trials
By integrating population genomics and common garden experiments, this research explores the adaptive potential of Australian alpine plant species to shifting climate.