Our understanding of how ecosystems function has changed from an equilibria-based view
to one that recognizes the dynamic, fluctuating, nonlinear nature of aquatic systems. This …

Background For more than 20 years, restoration measures have been conducted on
watercourses in Germany to increase habitat diversity and thus promote biodiversity …

The construction of dams has caused riparian habitat degradation and ecosystem service
loss globally. It is critical to assess the response of riparian plant communities to inundation …

This chapter aims to deliver a brief overview of flood mitigation and protective measures at
different scales within the catchment area and identify the main factors to be considered in …

Understanding the multifaceted plant diversity and its maintenance mechanisms is crucial
for biodiversity conservation. Dam-induced water level fluctuations dramatically alter various …

The structure and function of riparian ecosystems generally result from feedbacks between
plant dynamics and fluvial processes and landforms, ie, river morphodynamics. Taxonomic …

Gravel bars represent unique habitats in gravel bed rivers. These formations are
endangered by river management affecting the channel natural behavior and flow …

Social‐ecological contexts are key to the success of ecological restoration projects. The
ecological quality of restoration efforts, however, may not be fully evident to stakeholders …

The extent to which soil bioengineering preserves the ecological functions of riverbank
vegetation beyond erosion control remains largely unexplored. This study compared the …

Drain networks are essential for connecting farming landscapes to waterways to help
mitigate floods and convey water downstream. Unfortunately, drains also convey nutrients …