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Events/A RSS feed provided by The Department of Ecology and Environmental Science en-usThu, 01 May 2025 11:59:17 +0200/en/events/cryo-fib-sem-250506_12081397/Cryo-focused ion beam milling (cryo-FIB-SEM)SciLifeLab Site Umeå / KBC Infrastructure Seminar SeriesTue, 06 May 2025 12:00:00 +0200In the frame of the “SciLifeLab Site Umeå / KBC Infrastructure Seminar Series”, the seminars will be organised on Tuesdays during spring 2025. The seminars will be held in a hybrid format - IRL in Glasburen, KBC, Umeå, and online via Zoom. Learn more about the seminar series and Schedule for Spring 2025 <a href="/link/4d5e987624ec488d9a5206543aa49812.aspx">here</a>.On 6 May, at 12:00, SciLifeLab Site Umeå / KBC Infrastructure Seminar Series presents:<h3>"Cryo-focused ion beam milling (cryo-FIB-SEM): Taking you where you need to go"</h3> Speaker: Erin Schexnaydre, Staff scientist, Umeå Centre for Electron Microscopy (UCEM), Umeå UniversityShort description: Cryo-focused ion beam milling (cryo-FIB) is a powerful technique. Its power comes from its versatility to study biological systems in vitro or in situ, i.e. within cells or tissue. It has the ability to reach uncharted regions in biological systems. Cryo-FIB milling is used to expose 100–250 nm thin sections (called lamella) in intact frozen cells and tissue. The process allows access into the cells for high-resolution cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET) and structure determination of biomolecules in their native environment.Webpage of <a href="/link/fb48be8ddb6347308d7622d64012b103.aspx">Umeå Centre for Electron Microscopy (UCEM)</a>Registration: Sign up for the IRL seminar and reserve your free lunch (salad, drink, and a little sweet snack) by Friday, 2 May, 13:30:<a href="/link/f39ac2dec4bd4aa6bf9eb4f302aa37ad.aspx#I250429">/en/research/infrastructure/scilifelab/scilifelab-site-umea--kbc-infrastructure-seminar-series/</a>or follow online (registration is not required):Meeting URL: <a href="https://umu.zoom.us/j/69390567429">https://umu.zoom.us/j/69390567429</a>Organisers: <a href="/link/5db0c95188864d66a069d6526fc2edda.aspx">SciLifeLab Site Umeå</a> and <a href="/link/69e360b5484d4a789f2b785e0ddb09c2.aspx">Chemical Biological Centre (KBC)</a>, Umeå Glasburen, KBC, and ZoomSeminar/en/events/cryo-fib-sem-250506_12081397/2025-05-06T12:00:00+02:002025-05-06T13:00:00+02:00/en/events/icelab-affiliate-seminar-with-eric-capo_12078434/IceLab affiliate seminar with Eric CapoEric Capo presents a seminar in IceLab titled 'Unraveling microbial diversity in Swedish Arctic lakes' May 13th at 14:00.Tue, 13 May 2025 14:00:00 +0200IceLab affiliate Eric Capo, Assistant professor at the Department of Ecology and Environmental Science, will give a talk in IceLab titled 'Unraveling microbial diversity in Swedish Arctic lakes'' on May 13th at 14:00, in IceLab and through Zoom.The Capo lab is developing to develop a groundbreaking method to obtain environmental DNA from lake water samples using a waterproof drone outfitted with a water sampler as well as oxygen and temperature sensors. This will allow for the large-scale analysis of a landscape with minimal effort, compared to carrying boats to remote areas. As pilot studies, we aim to sample spatially Kassjön lakes in May 2025 and > 90 lakes near Abisko (West of Torbeträsk). During this talk, Eric will discuss about what such type of sampling can provide better view on microbial diversity and the research questions that could be answered with this approach.  expect this pilot study to provide invaluable background for in-depth studies of the impact of ongoing human-driven environmental changes on lake microbial services.<img src="/link/234596b939d84047a29b52b930cc8079.aspx" alt="Capoimage.png" width="436" height="245" loading="lazy" />Photo: Eric Capo, sampling equipmentDrop in to IceLab (<a href="https://link.mazemap.com/y7Wz5EnM">find using mazemap</a>) or join via Zoom: IceLab Living Room Zoom 612 568 7586IceLab & ZoomSeminar/en/events/icelab-affiliate-seminar-with-eric-capo_12078434/2025-05-13T14:00:00+02:002025-05-13T16:00:00+02:00/en/events/nature-on-campus-meet-the-migratory-birds-on-campus_12085438/Nature on campus: Meet the migratory birds on campusJoin us for an excursion and learn more about migratory birds on campus.Wed, 21 May 2025 07:00:00 +0200Migratory birds from far away have now arrived also to Umeå and are singing to claim their territories. Come along on a morning walk, to see, hear, and learn some of the most common bird species on campus.KBC Building, meeting point outside the main entranceOther/en/events/nature-on-campus-meet-the-migratory-birds-on-campus_12085438/2025-05-21T07:00:00+02:002025-05-21T08:00:00+02:00/en/events/icelab-15-years_12054467/IceLab 15 yearsJoin us in celebrating IceLab's 15th anniversary with inspiring talks, exciting activities, and a look back at our journey!Wed, 21 May 2025 13:00:00 +0200<h2>15 years of interdisciplinary research</h2>Celebrate 15 years of innovation and collaboration at IceLab! Join us for a special anniversary event featuring inspiring talks from leading researchers, interactive activities, and a retrospective look at our journey. Discover how IceLab has fostered interdisciplinary research and creative problem-solving over the past decade and a half. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with our vibrant community and become a part of IceLab's future.<div class="epi-contentfragment">Icelab event page</div><h2>Dates</h2>The celebration extends over three days in May — join us for one, two, or all three events! Everyone is welcome. <h3>May 21: IceLab Open House</h3>On April 16, 2010, IceLab opened its physical doors for the first time. Researchers from the departments of Physics, Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics, and Ecology and Environmental Science, keen on answering questions that crossed traditional scientific boundaries, found a home there. Since then, we have had an open door policy — guests are always welcome to come to our activities and spend time in our space.And now, the space is even bigger! Join us on May 21st in the afternoon as we officially open a new section in IceLab, with more space for our new researchers connected to our Stress Response Modelling excellence centre. There will be plentiful fika, a ribbon cutting, and a fireside chat with IceLab members past and present. <h3>May 22: 15th anniversary celebration conference</h3>We have invited distinguished alumni and international researchers to join us in a conference retrospective covering the wide array of research questions and approaches that have emerged from our experiment in collaborative, interdisciplinary science. These alumni include Prof. Jevin West from the University of Washington, Prof. Fariba Karimi from the Complexity Science Hub in Austria and Assoc. Prof. Ala Trusina from the Niels Bohr Institute. Visit the <a href="/en/icelab/icelab-15-years">event page</a> for more information!In the late afternoon, we will host a public talk by Prof. Ricard Solé on the topic of Terraforming Ecosystems. Expect a lively presentation with interesting discussions! You can either sign up to this talk by the event form, or by the event below.<a title="Ricard Solé public lecture: Terraforming Ecosystems" href="/link/ac22cdd4ec694f649100cf5f23182174.aspx">Ricard Solé public lecture: Terraforming Ecosystems</a>Besides the talks, there will be fun activities inspired by our IceLab Camp experience designed to get everyone talking. We will wrap the event up with a special anniversary dinner.<h3>May 23: Full-day neuroscience of creativity workshop with Morten Friis-Olivarius</h3>We finish the week by taking the whole day to stretch our creativity to the maximum, guided by Morten Friis-Olivarius. Guaranteed to be different and fun, this session will have limited spaces so be sure to register early to secure your spot!More information will be made available soon on our webpage — stay tuned for the announcement and visit this event page for updates. Make some space in your calendars. We are looking forward to seeing researchers from across Umeå University and SLU's faculties and departments, united by an interest in multidisciplinary science!<div class="epi-contentfragment">IceLab-NEW</div>IceLabConference/en/events/icelab-15-years_12054467/2025-05-21T13:00:00+02:002025-05-23T17:00:00+02:00/en/events/ricard-sole-public-lecture_12066318/Ricard Solé public lecture: Terraforming EcosystemsCan we 'terraform' ecosystems to prevent collapse? In this public lecture, Ricard Solé explores how synthetic biology could help restore balance.Thu, 22 May 2025 16:30:00 +0200What happens when ecosystems reach a tipping point—when desertification from climate change threatens entire landscapes? When coral reefs bleach and collapse, disrupting entire marine food chains? Can we reverse environmental collapse?As part of the celebrations marking 15 years of Umeå University's Integrated Science Lab (<a href="http://icelab.se">IceLab</a>), we invite you to a special public lecture in Aula Nordica on May 22nd by distinguished researcher Ricard Solé. This free event is open to all, with a particular invitation to students. Expect a lively presentation and discussion!<h3>What do we mean by terraforming ecosystems?</h3>Ricard Solé explores "terraforming ecosystems" as a method to restore and stabilize environments damaged by human activity. This approach uses synthetic biology to engineer organisms capable of rehabilitating ecosystems at risk of collapse due to climate change and overexploitation. By introducing specially designed organisms, the goal is to restore ecological balance and prevent catastrophic shifts.For example, in arid regions, engineering native microbes to enhance water retention could support plant growth and combat desertification. This strategy focuses on using organisms already adapted to local conditions, reducing risks associated with introducing foreign species.Solé's work combines ecology, synthetic biology, and complex systems science to develop interventions that can avert ecosystem tipping points. His research includes mathematical models that predict the outcomes of introducing engineered organisms, aiming for safe and effective ecological restoration.In this lecture, Solé will discuss how synthetic biology can be applied to environmental conservation, focusing on innovative solutions to pressing ecological challenges.Scroll all the way to the bottom of this page to register to attend this event. No ticket is required, but registration helps us track attendance.<h3>Event Schedule</h3><ul><li>16:30 Welcome and introductions by IceLab's Gerard Rocher-Ros, Assistant Professor at Department of Ecology and Environmental Science, and Adriano Bonforti, Postdoctoral Researcher at Umeå Marine Sciences Centre.</li><li>16:45 Ricard Solé: Terraforming Ecosystem</li><li>17:30 Discussion and questions from the audience</li></ul><h3>About IceLab</h3>IceLab is an interdisciplinary research hub at Umeå University in northern Sweden, dedicated to breaking down traditional barriers between scientific disciplines. Much of our research focuses on modeling adaptive mechanisms in living systems under stress.Are you a researcher or staff member at Umeå University or SLU interested in IceLab’s 15-year celebration events? Visit our <a href="/en/icelab/icelab-15-years/">website</a> to register. This registration is for the public lecture only.<div class="epi-contentfragment">15th anniversary</div>Aula NordicaLecture/en/events/ricard-sole-public-lecture_12066318/2025-05-22T16:30:00+02:002025-05-22T18:00:00+02:00/en/events/tamara-van-steijn-ecology_12086684/Tamara van Steijn, EcologyExploring Priority Effects in Grassland Communities.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0200Exploring Priority Effects in Grassland CommunitiesSupervisor: Judith Sarneel.Hörsal UB.A.230 - Lindellhallen 3.Defence of doctoral thesis/en/events/tamara-van-steijn-ecology_12086684/2025-06-05T09:00:00+02:002025-06-05T13:00:00+02:00/en/events/nature-on-campus-vegetation-on-campus_12085451/Nature on campus: Vegetation on campusJoin us for an excursion and learn more about plants on campus.Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0200Vegetation includes flowering plants, mosses and lichens, exist everywhere, and are part of biodiversity in all environments, but not many people think about their existence, where they live and why, or how they differ from each other. Join this excursion and learn some of the more common species and where they live. We can promise you that after this you will, anytime during the year, see more than just trees on your forest walks, because some vegetation, such as mosses and lichens, can be studied the year around. We will walk around campus, and although we will not walk far, bring shoes and clothes according to the weather conditions!If the weather forecast the day before predicts heavy rain and/or strong winds, the activity will be cancelled. Information will then be posted on Instagram.KBC Building, meeting point outside the main entranceOther/en/events/nature-on-campus-vegetation-on-campus_12085451/2025-06-11T12:00:00+02:002025-06-11T13:00:00+02:00/en/events/modelling-fish-population-changes-in-the-gulf-of-bothnia_12073665/Modelling fish population changes in the Gulf of BothniaAdriaen Stigter, Radboud University, the Netherlands.Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +0200Adriaen Stigter is a second-year master's student in biology at Radboud University in the Netherlands, specializing in water and environment. He is currently conducting his research at UMF, where he studies how anthropogenic changes, such as eutrophication, browning, and climate change, impact fish populations in the Gulf of Bothnia. Using Generalized Additive Models and multivariate analysis on long-term fisheries data, he works on identifying trends in fish populations and assessing the influence of different anthropogenic stressors.UMF NorrbynSeminar/en/events/modelling-fish-population-changes-in-the-gulf-of-bothnia_12073665/2025-06-16T14:00:00+02:002025-06-16T15:30:00+02:00/en/events/umea-infection-symposium-2025_12074070/Umeå Infection Symposium 2025Umeå Infection Symposium on 27 June is organized by MIMS and UCMR and is aimed at anyone interested in microbial and infection research.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0200Welcome to the Umeå Infection Symposium on 27 June. Be inspired by the invited keynote speaker professor Matthew Chapman from US, learn about new research methods and directions at Umeå University, and mingle with like-minded people.The symposium is aimed at all researchers and staff interested in microbial and infection research.The event is jointly organized by the Laboratory for Molecular Infection Medicine Sweden, MIMS, and the Umeå Microbial Research Centre, UCMR, at Umeå University.<h2>More information and the detailed programme:</h2><a href="/link/a8a63ddd3462492ba2a1fed37a1e59f2.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">/en/ucmr/umea-infection-symposium-2025/</a>The deadline to register is 13 June.P5 Väven, UmeåSymposium/en/events/umea-infection-symposium-2025_12074070/2025-06-27T10:00:00+02:002025-06-27T14:30:00+02:00/en/events/ucmr-distinguished-guest-seminar--matthew-chapman_12073612/UCMR Distinguished Guest Seminar — Matthew ChapmanWithin the frame of UCMR Distinguished Guests Seminars Series, Prof Matthew Chapman gives a lecture on functional and pathogenic amyloid formation.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:15:00 +0200<h2>Polymerizing the Fiber Between Functional and Pathogenic Amyloid Formation</h2>Matthew Chapman, Professor and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies, University of MichiganTime: Friday27 June at 10:15-11:15 Venue: P5, Väven, Umeå city Host: Fredrik Almqvist, Department of chemistryOpen lecture - Registration is not needed<a href="/link/433fd0b3c568480f819c28b7ac74bb24.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More information about the lecture</a>P5, Väven, Umeå citySeminar/en/events/ucmr-distinguished-guest-seminar--matthew-chapman_12073612/2025-06-27T10:15:00+02:002025-06-27T11:15:00+02:00/en/events/nature-on-campus-nocturnal-flying-insects-on-campus_12085466/Nature on campus: Nocturnal flying insects on campusJoin us for an excursion and learn about nocturnal flying insects on campus.Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0200Several insects, such as several butterfly species, are the most active during night (i.e., they are nocturnal). Join to collect insects caught in overnight traps, to see which insects fly around on campus during late summer.If the weather forecast the day before predicts heavy rain and/or strong winds, the activity will be cancelled. Information will then be posted on Instagram.KBC Building, meeting point at the main entranceOther/en/events/nature-on-campus-nocturnal-flying-insects-on-campus_12085466/2025-08-20T08:00:00+02:002025-08-20T09:00:00+02:00/en/events/nature-on-campus-paleoecology--history-of-landscape-development_12085477/Nature on campus: Paleoecology – history of landscape developmentJoin us for an excursion and learn more about the landscape history of the campus area.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0200Come along on an excursion to explore a thousand-year history of landscape development around Umeå University from a paleoecological perspective. You need no prior knowledge within natural sciences to take part in this ”journey in time” with focus on the natural history of the area. During the excursion, we will use paleoecology as a tool to explore the landscape development on campus. Paleoecology can be described as the study of earlier ecological and environmental changes, usually based on analyses of fossils, sedimentary depositions, and other physical remnants. The main factors that have shaped the landscape are glacial processes and land upheaval, which is reflected in today’s natural environment and our use of the landscape. The excursion will hopefully contribute to a deeper understanding of the relationships between geological, ecological, and human factors that have shaped the landscape around Umeå University. Wear durable shoes that can withstand a walk through the terrain around campus!). If the weather forecast the day before predicts heavy rain and/or strong winds, the activity will be cancelled. Information will then be posted on Instagram.KBC Building, meeting point at the main entranceOther/en/events/nature-on-campus-paleoecology--history-of-landscape-development_12085477/2025-08-27T12:00:00+02:002025-08-27T13:00:00+02:00/en/events/nature-on-campus-trees-and-autumn-colours-on-campus_12085506/Nature on campus: Trees and autumn colours on campusJoin us for an excursion on a campus in autumn colours.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0200: Trees are dominating structures in forests, parks, and gardens, and they are important habitats for many organisms, such as insects and birds. In Sweden, there are not that many tree species and a few are non-native, but how many of these tree species do you really know? Further, the leaves on many tree species shift colours during autumn. Why do they do that? During this excursion, we will walk around campus and to see which tree species we will find, and there will be a good chance to learn many of our Swedish tree species and why they shift colours differently during autumn. Welcome, and bring shoes and clothes according to the weather conditions!If the weather forecast the day before predicts heavy rain and/or strong winds, the activity will be cancelled. Information will then be posted on Instagram.KBC Building, meeting point at the main entranceOther/en/events/nature-on-campus-trees-and-autumn-colours-on-campus_12085506/2025-09-17T12:00:00+02:002025-09-17T13:00:00+02:00/en/events/nature-on-campus-who-lives-in-the-campus-stream_12085510/Nature on campus: Who lives in the campus stream?Join us for an excursion and learn more about insects in the campus stream.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0200Many insects species live anonymously in running waters during the cold and dark half of the year, until they hatch and emerge as free-flying adults during spring and summer. Join to take some samples from the campus stream, to investigate which insects we can find there.If the weather forecast the day before predicts heavy rain and/or strong winds, the activity will be cancelled. Information will then be posted on Instagram.KBC Building, meeting point at the main entranceOther/en/events/nature-on-campus-who-lives-in-the-campus-stream_12085510/2025-10-08T12:00:00+02:002025-10-08T13:00:00+02:00