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The status of Prunus padus L. (Bird Cherry) in forest communities throughout Europe and Asia
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-04-29)Prunus padus L. (bird cherry) belongs to the Racemosa group in subgenus Padus in the genus Prunus L. It is a hardy invasive species, which makes it valuable for securing slopes, and for eco-design. It is a good solitary ... -
Stem taper and bark functions for Norway spruce in Norway
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-09-16)Based on data from long-term experimental fields with Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) H. Karst.), we developed new stem taper and bark functions for Norway. Data was collected from 477 trees in stands across Norway. Three ... -
Strategic considerations for establishing a large-scale seaweed industry based on fish feed application: A Norwegian case study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-08-29)Soy protein concentrate (SPC) is a key ingredient in fish feed and most of it originates from Brazil. However, the Brazilian soy industry has reportedly resulted in significant environmental problems including deforestation. ... -
Strong population structure but no equilibrium yet: Genetic connectivity and phylogeography in the kelp Saccharina latissima (Laminariales, Phaeophyta)
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-04-02)Kelp aquaculture is globally developing steadily as human food source, along with other applications. One of the newer crop species is Saccharina latissima, a northern hemisphere kelp inhabiting temperate to arctic rocky ... -
Structure from motion photogrammetry in forestry: a Review
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-07-16)Purpose of Review The adoption of Structure from Motion photogrammetry (SfM) is transforming the acquisition of three-dimensional (3D) remote sensing (RS) data in forestry. SfM photogrammetry enables surveys with little ... -
Studying phenological phenomena in subarctic biomes with international school pupils as citizen scientists
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-12-30)Citizen science can facilitate in‐depth learning for pupils and students, contribute to scientific research, and permit civic participation. Here, we describe the development of the transnational school‐based citizen science ... -
Subalpine fir (abies laciocarpa) and Norway spruce (picea abies) seedlings show different growth responses to blue light
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-05-15)Blue light (BL) affects different growth parameters, but information about the physiological effects of BL on conifer seedlings is limited. In northern areas, conifer seedlings are commonly produced in heated nursery ... -
Subsoil compaction of a clay soil in South-East Norway and its amelioration after 5 years
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-05-18)The main objective was to evaluate to what extent subsoil compaction on an arable clay soil (Stagnosol (Drainic)) may be alleviated after 5 years under the climate conditions in South-East Norway. Therefore, field plots ... -
Subtle foodscape displacement of a native ungulate by free-ranging livestock in a forest agroecosystem
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-06-28)The prevalence of livestock grazing in wildlife area s is increasing. This transformation of ecosys- tems into agroecosystems is concerning because the intr oduction of new species may cause niche displacement of the ... -
Success Rate of Individual Pollinizers for the Pear Cultivars “Ingeborg” and “Celina” in a Nordic Climate
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-07-05)Norwegian pear production is low due to climatic limitations, a lack of well-adapted cultivars and suitable pollinizers. However, nowadays it is increasing as a result of newly introduced and bred pear cultivars. Since ... -
Successful development of bacteriocins into therapeutic formulation for treatment of MRSA skin infection in a murine model
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-12)The emergence of antibiotic-resistant pathogens has caused a serious worldwide problem in infection treatment in recent years. One of the pathogens is methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), which is a major ... -
Successful reproduction and pheromone production by the spruce bark beetle in evolutionary naïve spruce hosts with familiar terpenoid defences
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-02)1. The European spruce bark beetle Ips typographus is a damaging pest on spruce in Europe. Beetle interactions with tree species originating outside the natural range of the beetle are largely unknown and may be unpredictable ... -
Summer Heatwave Impacts on the European Kelp Saccharina latissima Across Its Latitudinal Distribution Gradient
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-10-11)Kelps are important foundation species in coastal ecosystems currently experiencing pronounced shifts in their distribution patterns caused by ocean warming. While some populations found at species’ warm distribution edges ... -
Supplemental Light-Emitting Diode Inter-Lighting Increases Tomato Fruit Growth Through Enhanced Photosynthetic Light Use Efficiency and Modulated Root Activity
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-01-10)We investigated the effect of supplemental LED inter-lighting (80% red, 20% blue; 70 W m−2; light period 04:00–22:00) on the productivity and physiological traits of tomato plants (Flavance F1) grown in an industrial ... -
Suppression of an invasive native plant species by designed grassland communities
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-04-15)Grassland biodiversity is declining due to climatic change, land-use intensification, and establishment of invasive plant species. Excluding or suppressing invasive species is a challenge for grassland management. An example ... -
Suppression of the activity of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi by the soil microbiota
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-01-30)Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) colonise roots of most plants; their extra-radical mycelium (ERM) extends into the soil and acquires nutrients for the plant. The ERM coexists with soil microbial communities and it is ... -
Surviving in a Hostile World: Plant Strategies to Resist Pests and Diseases
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-08)As primary producers, plants are under constant pressure to defend themselves against potentially deadly pathogens and herbivores. In this review, we describe short- and long-term strategies that enable plants to cope with ... -
Sustainability and Potato Consumption
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-03-12)This paper analyses the frequency of the consumption of table potatoes in Norway. The analysis shows that the frequency of potato consumption is higher in older cohorts than in younger, and it declines over the life cycle. ... -
Sustainable forest biomass: a review of current residue harvesting guidelines
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-04-14)Forest biomass harvesting guidelines help ensure the ecological sustainability of forest residue harvesting for bioenergy and bioproducts, and hence contribute to social license for a growing bioeconomy. Guidelines, typically ... -
Sustainable intensifications of African agriculture through legume-based cropping and Brachiaria forage systems
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-07-04)Legume-based cropping system and Brachiaria forage system could play a significant role in enhancing food and nutrition security and sustainable intensifications of African agriculture. To reveal this potential, a comprehensive ...