IMMA: Integrative Modelling and Management of Aquatic Ecosystems
Leader: Stefan Schmutz
Deputy: Florian Borgwardt
Key research areas
- Development of biological assessment methods for riverine ecosystems
- Assessment of anthropogenic stressors and impacts on riverine ecosystems
- River restoration
- Multi-scale modelling
- Integrative management
Integrative modelling and management of aquatic ecosystems covers a broad range of research topics. By using biological indicators such as fish, impacts on riverine ecosystems are examined employing experimental and field studies as well as multi-scale modelling approaches. This way, ecosystem-inherent processes are simulated, verified and validated. The information gained enables comprehensive understanding of stressor-response relationships. This knowledge enables the elaboration of effective restoration measures to improve the ecological status as well as predictions of future developments of multi-impacted ecosystems. Strong collaboration with stakeholders ensures that research outputs feed into integrative river management.
