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Department of Ecology

Department of Ecology

How can we manage forests and land without threating biodiversity and ruining ecosystem services? These divergent goals require a broad understanding of ecological interactions in nature.

Research, education and collaboration at the department of Ecology contribute to a wise use of natural resources in the future.

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A major centre of ecological research in Scandinavia

SLU is a major centra for ecological research in Scandinavia. We combine research in basic ecology with applied research in nature conservation, wildlife management, forestry and crop protection.

The department of Ecology provide knowledge for efficient conservation, efficacious plant protection as well as sustainable forest and crop production.

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Study bees - apply now

The course will give you a lot of new knowledge about the amazing life of bees. You will also learn about the threats against the bees and how we can take care of them in the best way.

Study Forest Conservation Biology

Animal and plant species and their habitats continue to decline worldwide. With in-depth knowledge in conservation biology, you can contribute to the work needed to reverse the trend. Apply now!
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Grimsö Wildlife station

The research station is part of a national network of field stations, SITES (the Swedish Structure for Ecosystem Science) and is available for all researchers. The continuous stocktaking is included in SITES.
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Published: 23 September 2021 - Page editor: anna.lundmark@slu.se
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