<description>Richard Bardgett, Executive Editor of Journal of Ecolgoy interviews Professor Angela Moles - this year's Eminent Ecologist honouree. 

From pioneering research on plant ecology and introduced species to mentoring the next generation of ecologists, Angela reflects on her career, the importance of teaching, and the lessons she wishes she’d known starting out. Tune in to hear Angela's candid and inspiring journey through science and academia.</description>

Richard Bardgett, Executive Editor of Journal of …

Richard Bardgett, Executive Editor of Journal of Ecolgoy interviews Professor Angela Moles - this year's Eminent Ecologist honouree. 

From pioneering research on plant ecology and introduced species to mentoring the next generation of ecologists, Angela reflects on her career, the importance of teaching, and the lessons she wishes she’d known starting out. Tune in to hear Angela's candid and inspiring journey through science and academia.

Eminent Ecologist 2025: Angela Moles | Lessons in starting out as an ecologist

<description>In this podcast, Functional Ecology author Fernando Gonçalves talks to Assistant Editor Amelia Macho about his article "Pollen essential amino acids shape bat–flower interaction networks". 

Fernando's article discusses how pollen protein and amino acid composition influence year-round and seasonal bat–flower interaction networks. Its results underscore the essential role of pollen, not just nectar, as a key reward for attracting flower-visiting bats, and therefore highlights pollen content as an important driver structuring pollination networks.

Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2435.70161

Check out a video of the bat species in this study!
https://youtu.be/7FX2x4T45i8?si=be7V7t3gAwBR4yiw


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In this podcast, Functional Ecology author Fernan…

In this podcast, Functional Ecology author Fernando Gonçalves talks to Assistant Editor Amelia Macho about his article "Pollen essential amino acids shape bat–flower interaction networks". 

Fernando's article discusses how pollen protein and amino acid composition influence year-round and seasonal bat–flower interaction networks. Its results underscore the essential role of pollen, not just nectar, as a key reward for attracting flower-visiting bats, and therefore highlights pollen content as an important driver structuring pollination networks.

Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2435.70161

Check out a video of the bat species in this study!
https://youtu.be/7FX2x4T45i8?si=be7V7t3gAwBR4yiw




Pollen essential amino acids shape bat–flower interaction networks with Fernando Gonçalves

<description>As part of our 'Community' series, we’re launching the Emerging Leadership Management (ELM) Network, hosted by Rob Brooker, Thorunn Helgason, and Pen Holland.This is the podcast for people who love to lead or one day might emerge as a leader.

This episode features Professor Sallie Bailey, Chief Scientist at Natural England and inaugural BES Fellow. Sallie shares insights from her leadership journey, from shaping strategy and managing expectations to driving cultural change across organisations.

We discuss what makes communication effective, how leaders can bring clarity and energy to their teams, and why strong leadership is vital for lasting impact. 
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As part of our 'Community' series, we’re launchin…

As part of our 'Community' series, we’re launching the Emerging Leadership Management (ELM) Network, hosted by Rob Brooker, Thorunn Helgason, and Pen Holland.This is the podcast for people who love to lead or one day might emerge as a leader.

This episode features Professor Sallie Bailey, Chief Scientist at Natural England and inaugural BES Fellow. Sallie shares insights from her leadership journey, from shaping strategy and managing expectations to driving cultural change across organisations.

We discuss what makes communication effective, how leaders can bring clarity and energy to their teams, and why strong leadership is vital for lasting impact. 


ELM Network | Episode 4: Leading with clarity and kindness with Professor Sallie Bailey

<description>For the Journal of Animal Ecology's latest podcast episode, Associate Blog Editor Edie Abrahams speaks with Professor I-Min Tso about his recently published paper, "Prey bioluminescence-mediated visual luring in a sit and wait predator". Professor Tso reflects on his journey into the world of spiders and what he learnt from conducting his study, as well as providing some valuable insights for those who are interested in pursuing a career in the area.

You can find some helpful links below:

Paper: https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2656.70102
Website: https://www.spiderandsilksupply.com/</description>

For the Journal of Animal Ecology's latest podcas…

For the Journal of Animal Ecology's latest podcast episode, Associate Blog Editor Edie Abrahams speaks with Professor I-Min Tso about his recently published paper, "Prey bioluminescence-mediated visual luring in a sit and wait predator". Professor Tso reflects on his journey into the world of spiders and what he learnt from conducting his study, as well as providing some valuable insights for those who are interested in pursuing a career in the area.

You can find some helpful links below:

Paper: https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2656.70102
Website: https://www.spiderandsilksupply.com/

Spiders Spotted Using Trapped Fireflies to Lure Prey | The Story Behind The Paper

<description>This series will be discussing four evidence reports commissioned by Natural England which were deposited on Applied Ecology Resources and explored the importance of nature inclusion across various communities; people with disabilities, older people, ethnic minorities, and those in low-income areas.  

This series will be deep diving into the importance of nature connection, the potential barriers to inclusion for four specific groups of individuals, and strategies to overcome them. Our guest is Clare Rishbeth, who is a professor in Landscape Architecture from the University of Sheffield and co-authored the reports. Clare explains the reason for the reports and for the focus on four specific groups of people.

The reports are linked below: 

People with Disabilities 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436861/

Low Income Areas 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436862/

Older People 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436863/

Ethnic Minorities 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436860/</description>

This series will be discussing four evidence repo…

This series will be discussing four evidence reports commissioned by Natural England which were deposited on Applied Ecology Resources and explored the importance of nature inclusion across various communities; people with disabilities, older people, ethnic minorities, and those in low-income areas.  

This series will be deep diving into the importance of nature connection, the potential barriers to inclusion for four specific groups of individuals, and strategies to overcome them. Our guest is Clare Rishbeth, who is a professor in Landscape Architecture from the University of Sheffield and co-authored the reports. Clare explains the reason for the reports and for the focus on four specific groups of people.

The reports are linked below: 

People with Disabilities 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436861/

Low Income Areas 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436862/

Older People 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436863/

Ethnic Minorities 
https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/applied-ecology-resources/document/20220436860/

Included in Nature with Clare Rishbeth | Introduction

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