1,212 search results for “evolution biodiversity” in the Public website
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Segments and rules: a comparative study into the computational mechanisms underlying language acquisition
In this project we study the properties of statistical- and rule-learning mechanisms in relation to the acquisition and evolution of language. We ask to what extent these mechanisms are unique to humans - or to human language - by comparing the acquisition of vocal structure in two species: humans (infants)…
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Catalysis of the electrochemical water oxidation to oxygen
Promotor: M.T.M. Koper, Co-Promotor: F. Calle-Vallejo
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Diversity and distribution of octocorals and scleractinians in the Persian Gulf region
Promotor: E. Gittenberger, Co-promotores: B.W. Hoeksema; L.P. van Ofwegen
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Metals in the diffuse gas around high-redshift galaxies
Promotores: Prof.dr. J. Schaye & Prof.dr. C. Steidel (California Institute of Technology)
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The Miliuseae revisited: phylogenetic, taxonomic, and palynological studies in a major clade of Annonaceae
Promotor: Prof.dr. E.F. Smets
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Resolving a bioindicator diatom species complex using genomic approaches for freshwater biomonitoring
This thesis pioneers diatom molecular identification and quantification through genome-scale methods, with four key aims: (i) reviewing DNA/RNA sequencing methods in aquatic biomonitoring to highlight their strengths and limitations;
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Satellite remote sensing of plant functional diversity
Biodiversity enables ecosystems to thrive through the synergy of functional differences among organisms. While human well-being strongly depends on biodiversity-driven ecosystem services, human actions are also at the root of current unprecedented biodiversity declines.
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The characteristics of galaxies with powerful radio jets
Radio jets are important to the evoultion of galaxies. However, it is still not fully understood how a radio jet can be triggered.
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Briegel winner in global competition by the Moore Foundation
Ariane Briegel, Professor of Ultrastructural biology in Leiden, has received a prestigious incentive from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. With the grant of 800,000 euros, Briegel will set up a new research line into studying symbiotic interactions on the nanoscale.
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Patterns of coral species richness and reef connectivity in Malaysia
Promotor: E. Gittenberger, Co-promotor: B.W. Hoeksema
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Correcting each other’s mistakes - why cells stuck together in early evolution
The transition from single cells to multicellular organisms was a key step in evolution. Researchers from Leiden and Amsterdam developed a mathematical model that explains how this transition may have come about. They suspect cooperating cells may correct each other’s mistakes. Publication in eLife…
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The Evolution of Fangs, Venom, and Mimicry Systems in Blenny Fishes
Venomous animals serve as models for a variety of mimicry types. Michael Richardson (IBL) and his international colleagues find that a group of fishes (called fangblennies) evolved venom after the origin of their venom-delivering fangs.
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Aitor Burguet-Coca
Faculteit Archeologie
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Thijs van Kolfschoten
Faculteit Archeologie
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Willem Meilink
Science
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Wil Roebroeks
Faculteit Archeologie
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Michael Richardson
Science
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Vincent Niochet
Faculteit Archeologie
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Case studies
The research that is united in the Liveable Planet programme, touches upon a wide range of aspects of human life. The goal is to deepen and expand the scope and to connect more researchers. The following case studies are examples of current research projects.
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Jorinde Nuytinck
Science
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Merlijn van Weerd
Science
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Niels van der Windt
Science
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Suzanne Marselis
Science
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Eefje de Goede
Science
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Hybrid zone dynamics in amphibians
Hybrid zones occur where two species meet and produce offspring (hybrids). Typically, hybrids show a considerable reduction in fitness. In this thesis two hybrid zones are treated.
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Withstanding the cold: energy feedback in simulations of galaxies that include a cold interstellar medium
Understanding how galaxies form, interact, and evolve comes largely from comparing theory predictions with observational data. Numerical simulations of galaxies provide the most accurate approach to testing the theory, as they follow the non-linear evolution of gas and dark matter in great detail and…
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Mechanistic studies of the water oxidation reaction with molecular iron catalysts
In this dissertation iron-based homogeneous catalysts were synthesized, characterized and investigated for water oxidation activity.
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Bayesian Inference for Gaussian Models
This dissertation studies the Asymptotics of Bayesian nonparametric inference for Gaussian linear models.
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Artificial metallo-proteins for photocatalytic water splitting: stability and activity in artificial photosynthesis
Climate change is one of the largest challenges faced by humanity. To combat this research into alternatives to fossil fuels is ongoing. Dihydrogen is considered a good alternative fuel, since its burning only forms water.
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Mind the gap: gas and dust in planet-forming disks
Promotores: Prof.dr. E.F. van Dishoeck, Prof.dr. C.P. Dullemond
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Environmental assessment and guidance for the future offshore wind energy development
This thesis aims to address offshore wind energy (OWE)-related environmental impacts.
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Unilever Research Prize 2015 for Biologist Flor Rhebergen
On December 4th, Flor Rhebergen received the 2015 Unilever Research prize for his study achievements at the IBL for his outstanding work in the field of Evolutionary Biology. Flor Rhebergen received the “Ovum” sculpture and was awarded €2.500.
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About the programme
The Biology programme offers 4 research-oriented specialisations corresponding with the research themes within the three institutes involved. You can choose a more practical-oriented specialisation if you would like to combine Biology with education, management business, or science communication.
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Design of homogeneous water oxidation catalysts
To design the ideal water oxidation catalyst, understanding of the catalytic mechanism and decomposition pathways is essential.
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Monsters in the Deep: Using simulations to understand the excess baryonic mass in the centres of high-mass, early-type galaxies
This thesis aims to enhance our understanding of galaxies by testing theoretical models of galaxy formation against observations, particularly in the cases of extreme systems which have been found to have an excess of baryonic mass in their central regions, in the form of either supermassive black holes…
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Early death of massive galaxies in the distant universe
Promotor: M. Franx, Co-Promotor: I.F. Labbé
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Converting cultural heritage into usable data
How can we make the information in handwritten historical research reports accessible and searchable? Data scientists at Leiden University are working with other universities on a method that will improve access to cultural heritage.
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Management implications for invertebrate assemblages in the Midwest American agricultural landscape
Promotor: G.R. de Snoo Co-promotor: C.J.M. Musters
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Adaptive responses to environmental changes in Lake Victoria cichlids
Promotor: Prof.dr. M.K. Richardson, Co-Promotor: F. Witte
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The colours of the extreme universe
This thesis presents pioneering work on the panchromatic emission of some of the most luminous galaxies in the early Universe: star forming galaxies and active galactic nuclei.
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Adaptive Semi-Strong Ecosystem Dynamics
Developing methodes to understand the evolution of patches in natural ecosystems
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Star-Forming Galaxies at the Cosmic Dawn
Promotor: Prof.dr. M. Franx, Co-Promotor: Rychard Bouwens
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Cultural evolutionary modeling of patterns in language change. Exercises in evolutionary linguistics
This thesis describes the use of the evolutionary approach in the study of language change, aiming to provide a better insight in the mechanisms that play a role in language change and to validate this approach in the field of language change.
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Distant star formation in the faint radio sky
One of the key quests in astronomy is to study the growth and evolution of galaxies across cosmic time. Radio observations provide a powerful means of studying the formation of stars and subsequent buildup of distant galaxies, in a way that is unbiased by the presence of dust.
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Living legacies: Influence of plant-mediated changes in soil communities on aboveground plant-insect interactions
We examine how soil-derived legacy effects of plants structure natural ecosystems, determine aboveground plant insect interactions, and how we can use soil legacy effects to restore degraded ecosystems.
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Assemblage and functioning of bacterial communities in soil and rhizosphere
Promotores: J.A.van Veen, P.L.G.Klinkhamer. Co-promotor: E.E.Kuramae
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The tension between nature conservation and economic valuation of ecosystem services
Promotores: G.R. de Snoo, W.T. de Groot, Co-promotor: C.J.M. Musters
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What we can learn from hi-tech nature
Biodiversity in the Netherlands is having a tough time. Professor of Natural Capital Koos Biesmeijer combines research with practical advice: from the greening of industrial parks to solutions inspired by hi-tech nature. Inaugural lecture 9 March.
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Programme
On this page the programme and sessions can be found. The programme will be updated regularly.
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Deconstructing stability. Modelling changing environmental conditions and man-land relations in the Pleistocene landscape of Twente (2850 - 12
The project Deconstructing Stability aims to improve reconstructions of late prehistoric landscapes and predictive models for the purpose of archaeological heritage management.