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We adopt a holistic approach to ecology. In particular we study processes and links among biogeochemical, ecological and socio-economic systems at various levels of organisation.

Studies of deep past ocean chemistry can help us understand the functioning of the ocean–climate system. The geological past is therefore a key to better interpret the consequences of human perturbations and test biogeochemical models of the modern ocean. More information...

Recent studies have estimated that CO2 release from drained peatland is between 355 Mt y−1 and 855 Mt y−1 in 2006 of which 82% mainly coming from Sumatra and Kalimantan. The effects of these emissions on the global carbon cycle are largely unknown. More information...

We develop ecological models based on functional traits. Traits are characteristics or observable features of an organism that may be inherited or acquired and are generally considered as reflecting adaptations to variation in the physical and biotic environment and trade-offs. More information...

Many marine ecosystems that are exploited for natural goods can be regarded as common pool resources. The management of such systems requires a detailed knowledge of the ecological resource under investigation and of the human behaviour. More information...

Group Leader
Prof. Dr. Agostino Merico

Scientists
Dr. Gunnar Brandt
Dr. Sönke Hohn
Dr. Adriana Huerta-Casas (Guest Scientist)

PhD students
Esteban Acevedo Trejos
Yi Guan

BSc Students
Marvin Secker (from October 2010 to May 2011)

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