Ecological research can augment restoration practice in urban areas degraded by invasive species—examples from Chicago Wilderness |
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Authors: | Liam Heneghan Lauren Umek Brad Bernau Kevin Grady Jamie Iatropulos David Jabon Margaret Workman |
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Institution: | (1) Environmental Science Program, DePaul University, 2325 North Clifton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614, USA;(2) Scientific Data Analysis and Visualization Program, DePaul University, Chicago, USA |
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Abstract: | Urban biodiversity conservation needs a firm scientific foundation, one that draws upon active and regionally calibrated research
programs. Until recently this foundation has not existed. In this paper we examine the way in which the emerging discipline
of restoration ecology in an urban context can learn from the experiences of ongoing restoration projects and in turn how
novel insights from research of urban soils can help these projects define and reach their goals. Limitations on collaboration
between academic researchers and practitioners continues be problematic. We discuss a model whereby this impediment may be
removed. A case study of Rhamnus cathartica, an invader of Midwestern woodlands which modifies some important soil ecosystem properties will be used to illustrate the
potential for engagement between research and practice. |
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Keywords: | Urban ecology Restoration Ecology and management Interdisciplinary research Soil restoration Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica Invasive species |
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