A UK BRAG Research Strategy: The role of biodiversity in ecosystem function
(2006)
Robson, J., on behalf of UK BRAG biodiversity & ecosystems subgroup
Highlights knowledge gaps and idnetifies research to improve understanding of the mechanisms and processes that underpin ecosystem function, in order to more fully comprehend the role that biodiversity may play in maintaining such processes.
Summary
The overall aim of the Ecosystem Function Sub-Group of UK BRAG
is to highlight knowledge gaps and identify research to improve
understanding of the mechanisms and processes that underpin
ecosystem function, in order to more fully comprehend the role that
biodiversity may play in maintaining such processes.
Following an initial review by sub-group members, the
following broad themes have been suggested as priorities for
research coordination and action:
- Linking biodiversity with ecosystem function
- Linking biodiversity, ecosystem function and the provision of
services
- Evaluating changes in ecosystem function in response to
environmental change
- The impact of changing ecosystem function on human well
being
- Development of adaptive management strategies
- Issues of scale
These themes are explored in this research strategy.
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Please cite as: Robson, J., on behalf of UK BRAG biodiversity & ecosystems subgroup, (2006), A UK BRAG Research Strategy: The role of biodiversity in ecosystem function