Coastal Rewilding &
Experimental Ecology Research Group

Coastal Rewilding & Experimental Ecology Research Group

"At our research group, we take an optimistic approach, exploring how rewilding can restore ecosystems and boost their resilience in the face of climate change"

Research

Research

We tackle coastal ecosystem challenges through innovative science and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Methods

Methods

We use state of the art methods and experiment with new tools, materials and systems.

Explore our methods below

Mesocosm and multistressor experiments

Large scale experiments on ecosystem functioning

Technology-enabled ecological monitoring

Foodweb and trophic analysis

biogeochemical and greenhouse gas measurements

Mesocosm and multistressor experiments

Collaboration

Our projects are multidisciplinary collaborations with people from different institutes and organizations.

We often work internationally, at many different places in the world. Perhaps we work close to you!

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Impact

Sharing knowledge is key to the impact of scientific research. We share our work through university courses and training, as well as by engaging communities and creative storytelling. Have a look at our courses and outreach, or get in touch if you have a question or an idea for collaboration.

News

Stay updated with our latest research breakthroughs, fieldwork stories, and media appearances. Maintained since 2008

WildMarsh is seeking collaborators and field sites!

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Subtidal reefs in temparate seas increase food web complexity and ecosystem stability

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Mapping coastal dunes with AI

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Field project Marine Science Texel 2025

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Belitung fieldwork: The impact of green sea turtles on carbon dynamics in tropical seagrass ecosystems

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