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Job offer! PhD position in the doctoral network PALPROX at the University of Porto:
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
MSCA-Funded PhD positions within the project Doctoral School PALPROX Proxies from Small Vertebrates in Prehistoric Archaeology
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing Data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu
February 2, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Job offer! PhD position in the doctoral network PALPROX at the University of Porto:
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
Job offer! Nine PhD positions in the doctoral network PALPROX: euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/395927
Nine MSCA-Funded PhD positions within the Doctoral Network PALPROX Proxies from Small Vertebrates in Prehistoric Archaeology
DOCTORAL SCHOOL PALPROX
euraxess.ec.europa.eu
February 2, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Job offer! Nine PhD positions in the doctoral network PALPROX: euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/395927
Job offer! PhD position in the doctoral network PALPROX at the University of Porto:
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
MSCA-Funded PhD positions within the project Doctoral School PALPROX Proxies from Small Vertebrates in Prehistoric Archaeology
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing Data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu
January 29, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Job offer! PhD position in the doctoral network PALPROX at the University of Porto:
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
Identification of potential archaeological sites for microvertebrates using Remote Sensing data
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404678
Job offer! PhD position in the doctoral network PALPROX at the University of Porto:
Using SAR images to determine the influence of paleo-rivers on the distribution of microvertebrates
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404674
Using SAR images to determine the influence of paleo-rivers on the distribution of microvertebrates
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404674
MSCA-Funded PhD positions within the project Doctoral School PALPROX Proxies from Small Vertebrates in Prehistoric Archaeology
Using SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) images to determine the influence of paleo-rivers on the distribution of microvertebrates
euraxess.ec.europa.eu
January 29, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Job offer! PhD position in the doctoral network PALPROX at the University of Porto:
Using SAR images to determine the influence of paleo-rivers on the distribution of microvertebrates
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404674
Using SAR images to determine the influence of paleo-rivers on the distribution of microvertebrates
euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/404674
Job offer! Nine PhD positions in the doctoral network PALPROX: euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/395927
Nine MSCA-Funded PhD positions within the Doctoral Network PALPROX Proxies from Small Vertebrates in Prehistoric Archaeology
DOCTORAL SCHOOL PALPROX
euraxess.ec.europa.eu
January 29, 2026 at 9:24 AM
Job offer! Nine PhD positions in the doctoral network PALPROX: euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/395927
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Using mechanistic models, we assessed how microhabitat variability and physiological traits influence activity, time in preferred temperature, shade selection, and water loss under different climate change scenarios on two green lizard species.
Using mechanistic models, we assessed how microhabitat variability and physiological traits influence activity, time in preferred temperature, shade selection, and water loss under different climate change scenarios on two green lizard species.
Physiology–microhabitat matching may help organisms cope with the thermal and hydric challenges under climate change: a tale of two lizards
Climate change is significantly affecting biodiversity, and organisms that depend on external temperature – such as ectotherms – are particularly vulnerable to these effects. Microhabitats provide re...
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January 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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Using mechanistic models, we assessed how microhabitat variability and physiological traits influence activity, time in preferred temperature, shade selection, and water loss under different climate change scenarios on two green lizard species.
Using mechanistic models, we assessed how microhabitat variability and physiological traits influence activity, time in preferred temperature, shade selection, and water loss under different climate change scenarios on two green lizard species.
Last contribution! We propose a novel method for sampling bias correction by weighting observer kernel densities for individual species with the relative observers' contribution to the total number of focus species presences.
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Species‐observer link and kernel density estimation of background points allow for sampling bias correction in bird species distribution models
Species distribution models (SDMs), broadly referring to both species distribution and ecological niche modelling frameworks, are widely used to predict habitat suitability. However, their performanc...
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December 8, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Last contribution! We propose a novel method for sampling bias correction by weighting observer kernel densities for individual species with the relative observers' contribution to the total number of focus species presences.
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ecotrends is an R package for assessing species vulnerability through the analysis of temporal habitat suitability trends.
Ecotrends: an R package for estimating habitat suitability trends over time
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Ecotrends: an R package for estimating habitat suitability trends over time
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Ecotrends: an R package for estimating habitat suitability trends over time
ecotrends is an R package that provides a comprehensive framework for assessing species vulnerability by analysing temporal trends in habitat suitabil…
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December 4, 2025 at 6:48 AM
ecotrends is an R package for assessing species vulnerability through the analysis of temporal habitat suitability trends.
Ecotrends: an R package for estimating habitat suitability trends over time
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Ecotrends: an R package for estimating habitat suitability trends over time
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We present here a description of the early Miocene muroids (Muroidea, Rodentia) of the Ribesalbes-Alcora Basin (Spain)
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November 14, 2025 at 10:34 AM
We present here a description of the early Miocene muroids (Muroidea, Rodentia) of the Ribesalbes-Alcora Basin (Spain)
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In this paper, we provide paleoecological insights for the Late Pleistocene Neanderthal mountain occurrence at Buena Pinta Cave (Iberian Central System, Pinilla-del-Valle, Madrid, Spain)
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New paleoecological insights for the Late Pleistocene Neanderthal mountain occurrence at Buena Pinta Cave (Iberian Central System, Pinilla-del-Valle, Madrid, Spain)
The Late Pleistocene sequence from the archaeological site of the Buena Pinta Cave (Pinilla del Valle, Madrid) has furnished the following ectothermic…
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November 14, 2025 at 10:33 AM
In this paper, we provide paleoecological insights for the Late Pleistocene Neanderthal mountain occurrence at Buena Pinta Cave (Iberian Central System, Pinilla-del-Valle, Madrid, Spain)
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In this paper, we analyse the chelonian remains recovered from Buena Pinta Cave site (Middle to Late Pleistocene), the most complete with semi-articulated specimens from the Calvero de la Higuera Archaeological Complex (Pinilla del Valle, Madrid, central Spain).
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Fossil tortoises from the middle to late pleistocene of Buena Pinta Cave (Pinilla del Valle, Central Spain): implications for the altitudinal record of Chersine hermanni and conservation strategies
The Hermann’s tortoise (Chersine hermanni), an endangered species, currently ranges from eastern Spain to the Balkans and some Mediterranean islands, though fossil evidence shows a wider past distr...
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November 14, 2025 at 10:32 AM
In this paper, we analyse the chelonian remains recovered from Buena Pinta Cave site (Middle to Late Pleistocene), the most complete with semi-articulated specimens from the Calvero de la Higuera Archaeological Complex (Pinilla del Valle, Madrid, central Spain).
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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In our last paper, we proposed a novel method for sampling bias correction in ecological niche models by estimating observer kernel densities for individual species and subsequently weighting them according to each observer relative contribution
nsojournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
nsojournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Species‐observer link and kernel density estimation of background points allow for sampling bias correction in bird species distribution models
Species distribution models (SDMs), broadly referring to both species distribution and ecological niche modelling frameworks, are widely used to predict habitat suitability. However, their performanc...
nsojournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com
November 14, 2025 at 10:22 AM
In our last paper, we proposed a novel method for sampling bias correction in ecological niche models by estimating observer kernel densities for individual species and subsequently weighting them according to each observer relative contribution
nsojournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Last contribution! We quantified the shortfall between data integrated by transnational initiatives in Europe and the requirements for producing 48 Essential Biodiversity Variables (EBVs) identified with stakeholders for continent-wide monitoring.
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Large Biodiversity Monitoring Gaps Remain Across Europe
Transnational monitoring frameworks are crucial for tracking progress and guiding biodiversity conservation policies at continental and global levels. Yet their development is constrained by the lack...
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September 15, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Last contribution! We quantified the shortfall between data integrated by transnational initiatives in Europe and the requirements for producing 48 Essential Biodiversity Variables (EBVs) identified with stakeholders for continent-wide monitoring.
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Last paper!! We analysed niche differences in two coexisting Iberian green lizard species, integrating field observations on environmental variables, body temperatures, microhabitat use, and activity patterns.
Last paper!! We analysed niche differences in two coexisting Iberian green lizard species, integrating field observations on environmental variables, body temperatures, microhabitat use, and activity patterns.
Niche Differences in Coexisting Species: Ecological Insights Into the Role of Activity Patterns, Space Use, and Environmental Preferences
This work provides novel insights into the spatial and temporal niche differences of two model species. Our findings reveal that microhabitat preferences and activity patterns are important factors o...
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August 4, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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Last paper!! We analysed niche differences in two coexisting Iberian green lizard species, integrating field observations on environmental variables, body temperatures, microhabitat use, and activity patterns.
Last paper!! We analysed niche differences in two coexisting Iberian green lizard species, integrating field observations on environmental variables, body temperatures, microhabitat use, and activity patterns.
Last paper! We assessed the relative contribution of climate and land cover to the current distribution of 32 northern Iberian bird species using ecological niche models and deviance partitioning.
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Land Cover Constrains Range Shifts in Northern Iberian Bird Species Under Climate Change Scenarios
This study examines how land cover changes influence species range shifts under climate change for 32 bird species in the Iberian Peninsula, highlighting the need to consider both factors in conserva...
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August 4, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Last paper! We assessed the relative contribution of climate and land cover to the current distribution of 32 northern Iberian bird species using ecological niche models and deviance partitioning.
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New paper! We assessed the role of land cover changes in constraining species range shifts under climate change scenarios in the Iberian Peninsula.
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July 31, 2025 at 9:08 AM
New paper! We assessed the role of land cover changes in constraining species range shifts under climate change scenarios in the Iberian Peninsula.
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New paper!! We assessed the potential impacts of climate change on the distributions of the endemic Malagasy poison frogs of the genus Mantella, one of the most threatened frogs in Madagascar: 60% are predicted to lose habitat suitability extent.
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Potential effects of climate change on the threatened Malagasy poison frogs: A multispecies approach
Climate change is exposing ecosystems to novel conditions, and understanding its potential effects on species distributions is crucial. Those effects can significantly affect species with narrow envi...
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June 18, 2025 at 5:37 AM
New paper!! We assessed the potential impacts of climate change on the distributions of the endemic Malagasy poison frogs of the genus Mantella, one of the most threatened frogs in Madagascar: 60% are predicted to lose habitat suitability extent.
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We built a Google Earth Engine app for for analysing species' habitat suitability over time in the Natural Park of Montesinho (Portugal). Enjoy it!!
Montrends: A Google Earth engine application for analysing species' habitat suitability over time
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Montrends: A Google Earth engine application for analysing species' habitat suitability over time
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Montrends: A Google Earth engine application for analysing species' habitat suitability over time
Human activities are impacting biodiversity worldwide. Biodiversity monitoring is essential to assess and support conservation status and trends. Remo…
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June 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
We built a Google Earth Engine app for for analysing species' habitat suitability over time in the Natural Park of Montesinho (Portugal). Enjoy it!!
Montrends: A Google Earth engine application for analysing species' habitat suitability over time
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Montrends: A Google Earth engine application for analysing species' habitat suitability over time
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We developed a set of dynamic indicators for conservation prioritization based on a habitat suitability index (HSI) trend analysis of 6 flagship species over 19 years (2001–2019) in Andalucía (southern Spain).
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Habitat dynamics of flagship species for conservation prioritization in southern Europe
Biodiversity loss is accelerating due to human actions, and decision-making for conservation needs to be streamlined. Ex situ biodiversity modeling and monitoring based on satellite time-series data ...
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June 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
We developed a set of dynamic indicators for conservation prioritization based on a habitat suitability index (HSI) trend analysis of 6 flagship species over 19 years (2001–2019) in Andalucía (southern Spain).
conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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Reposted by Spatial Biology Lab
A very special day presenting our latest paper entitled "Habitat dynamics of flagship species for conservation prioritization in southern Europe" and published in @conbiology.bsky.social at @sibecol-aeet-25.bsky.social @bigbiodataaeet.bsky.social @cienciasuco.bsky.social @uco.es
June 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
A very special day presenting our latest paper entitled "Habitat dynamics of flagship species for conservation prioritization in southern Europe" and published in @conbiology.bsky.social at @sibecol-aeet-25.bsky.social @bigbiodataaeet.bsky.social @cienciasuco.bsky.social @uco.es
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