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DatoValore
SedeVerbania
Tipologia di contributoProgetto
Tipologia di progettoProgetti di ricerca internazionali
TitoloNational Representative, Member of the COST Action Core Group, Science Communication Manager of of COST Action: CA 18239 Conservation of freshwater mussels: a pan-European approach
AcronimoCONFREMU
Abstract ITANon disponibile
Abstract ENG"Freshwater bivalves are a large, diverse and important group, since they can dominate in some habitats in terms of quantity and biomass. At the same time they are among the World's most imperiled taxonomic groups. Studies on freshwater bivalves’ ecology and conservation provide the ground for inter- and trans-disciplinary research and innovation, integrating knowledge into practice of freshwater protection. Freshwater bivalves provide crucial ecosystem functions and services such as water purification or nutrient cycling, thus can be used as nature-based tools for improving ecosystem functions and services as well as indicators of ecosystem health. Through development of international cooperation of scientists from various fields within and outside biological sciences, with participation of administration and NGO sector, we want to draw the full picture of freshwater mussels biodiversity crisis in Europe and develop scientific basis to halt the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services mediated by these organisms. "
Descrizione estesa ITANon disponibile
Descrizione estesa ENGSpecific Objectives To achieve the main objective described in this MoU, the following specific objectives shall be accomplished: ● Mussels’ biodiversity: integration of phylogeny and genetic diversity data, synthesized with distribution and abundance data to identify spatial diversity patterns, evolutionarily significant units, biodiversity hotspots, the spread of invasive and alien species, species and populations needing urgent conservation actions. ● Collating data and metanalysis of the mussels' biological features, juxtaposed with features of their environment to reveal crucial features of the environment responsible for the mussels’ decline or resilience. Designation and implementation of effective monitoring schemes for freshwater ecosystems and their catchments based on freshwater mussels. ● Mussels as providers of key ecosystem functions and services: stimulation of research into the mussels’ role in ecosystem functioning and services, with an emphasis on ecosystem restoration and water purification. Preparation of a Best Practice Book. ● Strategic Agenda for mussels and freshwater management on a European scale. Horizon scan, synthesis of the Working Groups achievements, habitat and environmental change modelling to develop future scenarios for European freshwater mussels and their habitats (including climate change and spread of IAS). ● Raising the awareness and commitment of societies. European societies are scarcely aware of the important ecological role of mussels. The Action will develop efficient communication and education tools, as well as establish an citizens’ science methodology and long term networks comprised of citizens, water managers, politicians, local leaders and NGOs.
Fonte di finanziamento ITACOST Action
Fonte di finanziamento ENGCOST Action
Altre informazioni ITAInvolved in the Action as Member of the Core Group, National Representative and with the role of Science Communication Manager
Altre informazioni ENGInvolved in the Action as National Representative and with the role of Science Communication Manager
CoordinatoreTadeusz Zając
Referente IRSANicoletta Riccardi
Periodo di attivita2019-2022
Data2020-16-12