Forest & trees
- Hidden in genetics: The evolutionary relationships of two groups of ancient invertebrates revealed - Using high quality molecular data, researchers have re-investigated a long-standing question about the position of two phyla of small aquatic invertebrates -- Kamptozoa and Bryozoa -- on the evolutionary tree.
- Tree species diversity under pressure - A new global study of 46,752 tree species shows that many of them are under substantial pressure and poorly protected. The research team has also studied how this situation can be improved by ambitious and smart designation of new protected areas.
- Invasive species are taking over some American forests - A new botanical survey of southwest Ohio found that invasive species introduced to the United States over the past century are crowding out many native plants.