Kunskapsmiljö: Vatten

Another successful Pike Day at Kronobäcks Våtmark, Mönsterås!

After a six year hiatus, Mönsterås kommun has brought back “Gäddans Dag,” the popular springtime event for families of all ages to learn about spawning season for pike. Set against the scenic backdrop of Kronobäck, Mönsterås Kommun, Linneaus University, Sportfiskarna, and a host of other local organizations showcased their work in nature and culture, with an aim to engage the community and promote the area’s natural beauty.

Various stations were set up along a walking trail, with activities such as pike watching, quizzes, and net fishing. Members of the community learn about the annual spawning cycle for pike, which is crucial for maintaining healthy pike populations, contributing to the biodiversity of their ecosystems.

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Successful Kunskapsforum Unites KM Vatten Researchers and Local Policy Makers in Kalmar

This month’s Kunskapsforum, held at Linnaeus University, successfully brought together KM Vatten researchers and local policy makers from the Kalmarsundskommissionen, fostering a dynamic environment for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

The event showcased research from our KM Vatten LNU scholars, including Elin Lindehoff, Oscar Nordahl, Samuel Hylander, Maidel Choudury (Vattenfall) Mats Åström, and Marcelo Ketzer. Attendees had the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions focused on addressing water sustainability challenges faced by the municipalities surrounding Kalmar Sound.

This gathering of innovative minds emphasized the importance of sharing the latest advancements in water research, leaving participants inspired and eager for future collaborations. We look forward to hosting more knowledge-sharing events that bridge the gap between research and policy-making.

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Open Call: Baltic Sea Action Fund Plan

Financing for a healthy Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea Action Plan Fund (BSAP Fund) is an early-stage financing mechanism dedicated to expediting the implementation of the HELCOM Baltic Sea Action Plan (BSAP). The BSAP Fund facilitates and accelerates the preparation and implementation of projects that address the key challenges facing the Baltic Sea.

Apply by April 18th

Baltic Sea Action Plan Fund

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Gender Equality in Academia: Picture a Scientist Film Screening and Panel – May 6th

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Thomas Mollica Dissertation

Don’t miss Thomas’ dissertation defense: Phosphorus acquisition strategies in planktonic microbial communities in the Baltic Sea – importance of pico- and nanoplankton.

Date: Friday 25 April 2025 at 10:00

Place for thesis: Lapis, Hus Vita, Kalmar and via Zoom Webinar

External reviewer: Professor Mark Moore, University of Southampton, UK

Examining committee:

Professor Elena Gorokhova, Stockholms universitet, Docent Catherine Paul, Lunds tekniska högskola, Lunds universitet, Professor Sven Tågerud, Linnéuniversitetet, Chairperson: Docent Petter Tibblin, Linnéuniversitetet, Supervisor: Professor Catherine Legrand, Jönköping University

Webinar link: https://lnu-se.zoom.us/j/69727518250?pwd=ObEjLX6SaaFbYoxhfeOlvjprm8uOBI.1

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Workshop on Nitrogen cycling in the Baltic Sea

Welcome to the nitrogen cycling in the Baltic Sea workshop, Uppsala, 13-15th of May.

Registration and information: https://www.slu.se/en/ew-calendar/2025/5/workshop-with-the-baltic-sea-nitrogen-cycle-network-bsncn/

The workshop will be free of charge through funding by the Swedish Institute. For any questions feel free to reach out to Malin Olofsson, SLU. (Contact in link) See PDF link for more details.

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Kunskapsforum – 12 March

Welcome to the Kunskapsforum, a meeting of minds between Linnaeus University KM Vatten researchers and members of Kalmarsundskommissionen, a delegation of policy makers and researchers focused on addressing water sustainability challenges in the municipalities of Kalmar Sound. At this event, KM Vatten’s researchers will present their current work:

Elin Lindehoff, Petter Tibblin, Oscar Nordahl, Samuel Hylander, Mats Åström, and Marcelo Ketzer.

The following topics to be addressed:

• Bevattningsdammar och biologisk mångfald
• Sura sulfatsjordar
• PFAS och Biokol
• Sediment
• Mikroalger och processvatten

Date/Time: March 12, 08.30 – 16.00

Place: Linnaeus University, Culmen, Lapis

Download the Agenda at the link below!

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Gender Equality and Academia event: Save the Date – May 6th!

In celebration of International Women’s Day tomorrow, we are announcing that on May 6th, we will hold a screening of the film Picture a Scientist. Picture a Scientist is a 2020 American documentary that highlights the numerous obstacles women face in STEM fields within universities, addressing issues such as pay disparity, sexual harassment, and inadequate funding for research. Below is a synopsis of the film’s storyline:

“Chronicles the groundswell of researchers who are writing a new chapter for women scientists. Biologist Nancy Hopkins, chemist Raychelle Burks, and geologist Jane Willenbring lead viewers on a journey deep into their own experiences in the sciences, ranging from brutal harassment to years of subtle slights. Along the way, from cramped laboratories to spectacular field stations, we encounter scientific luminaries – including social scientists, neuroscientists, and psychologists – who provide new perspectives on how to make science itself more diverse, equitable, and open to all.”

Picture a Scientist, documentary webpage

The film screening will be followed by a panel discussion of researchers in Sweden who are working to bring light to gender discrimination in academia in Sweden, and the steps we can take towards equality for all. Keep an eye out for more info!

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Young Researchers Conference: Innovation through Collaboration

Save the Date! The Young Researchers Conference 2025 will take place on November 6-7 in Växjö. We invite master’s students, doctoral candidates, and researchers within five years of their PhD to join us. Continuing our tradition, the conference will feature workshops and research presentations by Linnaeus University’s early career researchers, fostering collaboration and networking opportunities centered around the theme of Sustainable Development Goals. This year, all ten Kunskapsmiljöer are actively participating in the planning, providing more opportunities than ever before! A conference website and registration link will be posted within the coming week. Stay tuned!

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Open call: Sweco Richertska Stiftelsen

Välkommen till Richertska stiftelsen! Vårt ändamål är att främja forskning, undervisning och utbildning inom områdena miljövård, energi, samhällsbyggnad och transportteknik, bland annat med avseende på teknisk-ekonomisk analys inom nämnda områden. Ansökan står öppen för forskare med koppling till landets högskolor, universitet och institutioner. Stiftelsen ser gärna ansökningar för tvärsektoriella projekt i syfte att bidra till hållbar samhälls- och stadsutveckling. Projekt i samverkan mellan universitet, näringsliv, institut eller andra organisationer uppmuntras, likaså projekt som ligger nära praktisk tillämpning.

2024 beviljade vi 30 ansökningar om anslag/stipendier till ett sammanlagt belopp av 15 949 000 kr. För 2025 kommer storleksordningen 18 Mkr att delas ut.

Beslut

De till Richertska stiftelsen inkomna ansökningshandlingarna bedöms av Stiftelsens styrelse, som till sin hjälp kan anlita adjungerad expertis. Beslut meddelas alla sökanden före den 30 juni. Utanordning av beviljade anslag beräknas ha skett före höstterminens början.

Instruktioner för ansökan

När och hur söker man?

Stiftelsen tar emot ansökningar en gång per år. Du ansöker i vårt digitala ansökningssytem. Ansökan ska vara stiftelsen tillhanda senast den 31 mars kl. 23.59. Beslut meddelas före den 30 juni. Bifallsbrev samt rekvisition skickas till sökandes adress, avslag meddelas via epost.
Ansökan är öppen från 1 februari.

Här ansöker du

Ytterligare upplysningar kan lämnas av:

Stiftelsens sekreterare, Civ. ing. Jerker Perers
tel 0734-12 66 66
e-post: jerker.perers@sweco.se

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New Research Project: Blåmusslans minskning undersöks i nytt projekt

From Medartbetare – congratulations to our KM Vatten/ EEMiS researchers on this exciting new project!

Blåmusslan är en viktig art för Östersjöns ekosystem, men minskar på vissa platser i storlek. Ett nytt forskningsprojekt under ledning av Linnéuniversitetet ska undersöka anledningarna till minskningen och hitta restaureringslösningar.

Det nya forskningsprojektet syftar till att förstå hur pass utbredd minskningen är i Östersjön och hitta orsaker till den. Projektet ska också ge rekommendationer för förvaltning och återhämtning av blåmusslor och sjöfåglar som är beroende av dem, såsom ejdern.

– Blåmusslan är en nyckelart i Östersjön eftersom den filtrerar enorma mängder vatten och utgör huvudföda för flera olika arter. Det är oroande om musslorna är på tillbakagång, säger Samuel Hylander, docent i akvatisk ekologi, som leder projektet.

Internationellt samarbete

Projektet finansieras och genomförs av Björn Carlson Baltic Fellows, ett nätverk bestående av ett 20-tal utvalda forskare från länderna kring Östersjön som arbetar med att förbättra havsmiljön i regionen. Från Linnéuniversitetet ingår Samuel Hylander, Elin Lindehoff och Petter Tibblin.

Samuel Hylander koordinerar samarbetet mellan de 20 forskarna som kommer att samla in miljöövervakningsdata runt hela Östersjön för att förstå om musslorna minskar överallt.

– Vi kommer även att undersöka musslor för att förstå om kvaliteten på musslorna är påverkade och kan göra dem till sämre mat för ejder och andra djur som är beroende av musslan, säger han.

Mer information

Läs mer om projektet ”Minskar blåmusslan i Östersjön? – Effekter på musselätande sjöfåglar och möjliga åtgärder”

🌊The News in Kunskapsmiljö Linné – Vatten 💧Week 7 2025 🌊

In this issue: Knowledge Forum: KM Vatten & Kalmar Sound Commission joint event at LNU, EuniWell Seed Funding Call, Baltic Sea Nitrogen Cycling Network seminars, Carbon budgeting for researchers workshop, Master Class with Sverker Sörlin – a resounding success

Kunskapsforum: Research sharing with KM Vatten researchers and the Kalmar Sound Commission

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Apply now: EUniWell launches the 8th Seed Funding Call!
Deadline: 16th March

Maximum available funding: €25,000

Call outlines and matchmaking 

Collaborative proposals must be submitted by members of staff or matriculated students from at least four universities of the EUniWell Alliance. 

Each project can receive a maximum funding grant of €25,000 to be distributed amongst the project partners and lasting a maximum of 12 months. 

If you have a project idea and are still looking for additional collaborators, or if you want to contribute to a project, please fill out this form. You will be contacted with further information on the matchmaking process. 

Timeline 

The 8th Seed Funding Call for proposals is open from 20 January 2025. All applications must be handed in until 16 March 2025 23:59 CET (22:59 GMT / 00:59 EET). The funding decision will be communicated in early May, with projects scheduled to start on 1 June 2025. 

More info here! https://www.euniwell.eu/news-events/article/apply-now-euniwell-launches-the-8th-seed-funding-call

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Baltic Sea Nitrogen Cycling Network – weekly Thursday seminars!

The Baltic Sea Nitrogen Cycling Network is back with a series of seminars for spring term!

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Open workshop for all academic researchers in Sweden on carbon budgeting, hosted by KTH and Högskolan i Borås:

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Master Class with Sverker Sörlin: A Triumph of Knowledge Exchange

In a gathering that highlighted the intersection of environmental history and current research, our recent Master Class led by Sverker Sörlin—now an honorary doctor at Linnaeus University and a prominent figure in the field—proved to be an exhilarating success. The event fostered an atmosphere of inspiring academic discourse, drawing participants from a rich tapestry of research backgrounds.

Sörlin, renowned for his profound insights into environmental issues, facilitated a dialogue that not only engaged attendees but also sparked new ideas and collaborations. The feedback from participants has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the event’s role in bridging diverse perspectives and fostering a sense of community among scholars.

As KM Vatten reflects on the success of this endeavor, we look forward to planning future workshops that promise to continue this spirit of collaborative exploration. Thanks to all participants for the inspiration!

Thanks for reading!

New LNU sustainability blog

A new blog chronicles up-to-date information on sustainable development and equal rights news and activities here at Linnaeus University. Make sure to bookmark Linnés Hållbara Resa to stay current on all classes, conferences and strategies in development by LNU sustainability coordinators!

BSNCN: Invitation to Join HELCOM Online Workshop: ‘HOLAS to All’ Project Kick-Off

The Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission introduces the HOLAS to All project at HELCOM. Funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers, it aims to expand communication efforts and enhance ocean literacy and awareness, with a focus on the findings of the HOLAS 3 report. This project is designed to engage policymakers, scientists, the public and youth/children, with tailored messages to ensure the most effective outreach for each audience.

To kick off this project, you are invited you to participate in our online workshop. This session aims to gain feedback from a diverse network of people on Baltic Sea issues. The feedback will then be used to help shape future communication efforts at HELCOM.

Workshop Details:

·         Date & Time: 11 September 2024, 9.00 CEST / 10.00 EEST until 11.30 CEST / 12.30 EEST

·         Platform: Teams (Link to be sent via email prior to the workshop)

Who can attend?

EVERYONE! We are looking to host a vibrant mix of participants from all around the Baltic Sea including:

·         General public

·         Scientists

·         Policymakers

·         Industry professionals (agriculture, fisheries, manufacturing, etc.)

·         NGOs

What to expect: 

1.      Dive into a brief overview of the current state of the Baltic Sea from an environmental perspective

2.      Small group discussions with the facilitator – participate in environment-themed discussions and activities based on your stakeholder type (scientists, managers, public, youth, industry, etc.)

3.      Brief review of workshop results

We value your expertise and would greatly appreciate your participation. As this is a project workshop, we will use Microsoft Forms for registration. If you are interested in joining, please sign up via this form by the 6 September 2024, so we can share the link to the Teams meeting. Sign up link: https://forms.office.com/e/JUbrLLqz4R

As we are looking to expand our reach beyond the HELCOM network, we encourage you to share this invitation with external networks, institutions, or persons that may be interested. We look forward to your valuable contributions to this important project!

For more information on the HOLAS to All project see here: https://helcom.fi/helcom-at-work/projects/holas-to-all/. For further information please contact: heini.feodorow@helcom.fi

PRIMO Mentorship program

Apply by September 25th to the mentorship program funded by Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR) working group ‘Physiology and Rates In Microbial Oceanography (PRIMO).

The PRIMO mentorship program aims to connect postdocs and senior graduate students from any nation with PRIMO scientists (full, associate and network members) to develop an international community of early career scientists interested in the goals of this working group. In addition to interacting with their PRIMO mentors, the fellows will participate in monthly PRIMO all-hands meetings (virtual) for at least 12 months. Limited travel support will also be available to participate in an in-person PRIMO meeting in the spring 2025 (date and location tbd).

Postdocs and senior graduate students from any nation are encouraged to apply, particularly those applicants who work in the areas of marine microbiology, microbial physiology, ocean metabolism, and biogeochemical cycling, with experimental and/or modelling backgrounds. Once in the mentorship program, PRIMO will work with the mentees to access funds, from SCOR and elsewhere, for possible laboratory exchanges and participation in scientific meetings.

If you would like to apply, please fill in this application form by September 25, 2024 (11:59 PM EST).