B. Deak

Heritage of ancient cultures supports conservation: a continent-wide perspective from the Eurasian steppes

The paper evaluates how ancient kurgans in the Eurasian steppes contribute to grassland conservation, finding they act as habitat islands and are more likely to preserve grasslands when cultural values are present.

Decreased calmodulin recruitment triggers PMCA4 dysfunction and pancreatic injury in cystic fibrosis

This study shows that reduced CFTR expression in pancreatic ductal cells decreases calmodulin recruitment, leading to PMCA4 dysfunction, mitochondrial damage, and apoptosis, suggesting a potential therapeutic target for cystic fibrosis.

Consumption rate and dietary choice of cattle in species-rich mesic grasslands

This study examines how grazing affects biomass fractions and dietary choices of cattle in mesic grasslands, finding that grazing significantly reduces live biomass and favors species with high leaf area and nitrogen content.

Establishment gaps in species-poor grasslands: artificial biodiversity hotspots to support the colonization of target species

The paper develops a method to increase diversity in species-poor grasslands by creating establishment gaps and sowing high-diversity seed mixtures, finding that 4 m2 gaps provide optimal colonization and stability.

Vegetation and seed bank dynamics highlight the importance of post-restoration management in sown grasslands

This study shows that post-restoration management is crucial for maintaining biodiversity and controlling weeds in restored grasslands, as abandonment leads to weed dominance and reduced sown grass survival.

Underground deserts below fertility islands? - Woody species desiccate lower soil layers in sandy drylands

This study shows that woody plants in drylands improve local soil conditions but desiccate deeper soil layers, negatively affecting regional water balance.