2026-04-23T03:08:52+02:00 https://library.wur.nl/oai

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/9784b473-3505-4058-a4b2-c42e573b50bd 2026-04-22

van der Werf, Guido Other Het doel geraakt, maar de doelen uit zicht 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/het-doel-geraakt-maar-de-doelen-uit-zicht Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/72d0bd66-ef8b-444f-acf0-36a1132ec7ec 2026-04-22

Philipsen, Bert Other 'Buiten grazen is natuurlijk gedrag' 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/buiten-grazen-is-natuurlijk-gedrag Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/52b768af-90f7-4164-b838-60b2436ddd5c 2026-04-22

van der Stoep, Jan Other De boer is niet in zijn eentje rentmeester van zijn akker 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/de-boer-is-niet-in-zijn-eentje-rentmeester-van-zijn-akker Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/44e0df01-55e4-4fe9-bb75-1fbc6e50d68a 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

van den Heuvel-Greve, Martine J. Polling, Marcel de Groot, G. Arjen Kodde, Linda Mulder, Ingeborg M. Verdaat, Hans Renaud, Paul E. Schrøder-Nielsen, Audun Torma, Michal de Boer, Hugo J. Mauvisseau, Quentin Article/Letter to editor Polar Biology 49 (2026) 2 ISSN: 0722-4060 Tracking biodiversity in changing Arctic waters: insights from eDNA metabarcoding in Svalbard 2026 Monitoring biodiversity patterns and their changes in Arctic coastal ecosystems is critical under ongoing climate change. However, common current approaches require high effort and expertise and this in turn limits the spatial and temporal scale of these monitoring efforts. Here, we investigated both the fish and the marine invertebrate communities across Svalbard using a multi-marker environmental DNA metabarcoding approach. We collected and analysed marine water, sediment and zooplankton filtered from marine water from sites influenced by the warm West Spitsbergen Current and the cold East Spitsbergen Current. Following metabarcoding amplification using mitochondrial COI, 12S, 16S and nuclear 18S markers and high-throughput sequencing, we retrieved an extensive overview of Svalbard marine biodiversity. Water, sediment and especially zooplankton samples collected across Svalbard revealed spatial differences in community composition, with significantly distinct assemblages in the northwest and southeast of Svalbard. We identified potential bioindicator species for use in rapid assessment of impacts of marine temperature increase and confirmed observed patterns of ongoing shifts in community structure as a response to changes in dominant water masses. Overall, our findings show that species composition depending on fine-scale climate variation of Arctic waters can be effectively studied and monitored using environmental DNA. These insights can help us understand current and evolving climate-driven changes. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/tracking-biodiversity-in-changing-arctic-waters-insights-from-edn 10.1007/s00300-026-03488-9 https://edepot.wur.nl/714703 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/73aa5bd2-8a0f-4296-af35-236881862cf4 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Bos-Brouwers, Hilke Brouwer, Bastiaan Snels, Joost Alvarado Chacon, Fresia External research report Route- en kansenkaart : acceptatie biobased verpakkingen in de Nederlandse retail 2026 nl Wageningen Food & Biobased Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/route-en-kansenkaart-acceptatie-biobased-verpakkingen-in-de-neder 10.18174/712598 https://edepot.wur.nl/712598 https://edepot.wur.nl/712598 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1c69c1a7-a2b6-4735-8e6f-004269b5acbf 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Wageningen UR External research report Verbetering en Validatie van Waterwijzer Landbouw 2024-2025 2026 Watervision Agriculture is a modelling framework used to quantify the effects of hydrology and climate on agricultural crop yields. The system, based on the SWAP and WOFOST models, is widely applied in the Netherlands. Despite earlier improvements, several limitations remained, including shortcomings in the representation of drought stress on clay soils and root development.The project Improvement and Validation of Waterwijzer Landbouw (VV-WWL) addressed these issues by introducing mechanistic water uptake, adaptive root growth, and updated crop parameters. In addition, the model has been adapted for use with new climate scenarios and has been extensively validated using field and practical data. Waterwijzer Landbouw is een modelinstrumentarium voor het kwantificeren van de effecten van hydrologie en klimaat op landbouwkundige gewasopbrengsten. Het systeem, gebaseerd op de modellen SWAP en WOFOST, wordt breed toegepast in Nederland. Ondanks eerdere verbeteringen bleken er tekortkomingen, onder andere in de beschrijving van droogteschade op kleigronden en wortelontwikkeling. Het project Verbetering en Validatie van Waterwijzer Landbouw (VV-WWL) heeft deze knelpunten aangepakt door de introductie van mechanistische wateropname, adaptieve wortelgroei en geactualiseerde gewasparameters. Daarnaast is het model geschikt gemaakt voor nieuwe klimaatscenario’s en uitgebreid gevalideerd met veld- en praktijkdata. nl Wageningen Environmental Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/verbetering-en-validatie-van-waterwijzer-landbouw-2024-2025 10.18174/714225 https://edepot.wur.nl/714225 https://edepot.wur.nl/714225 Life Science (c) open_access_other Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/c4d8578f-f325-4aaa-aa38-951d0f5a008e 2026-04-22

van der Werf, Guido Other 5.600 liter brandstof per uur voor één straaljager: wat doen al die oorlogen met het klimaat? 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/5600-liter-brandstof-per-uur-voor-één-straaljager-wat-doen-al-die Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/03396fb6-c9ff-42c7-aaa3-19bd45d9150e 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Mensen met hooikoorts krijgen het dit voorjaar 'behoorlijk voor de kiezen' 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/mensen-met-hooikoorts-krijgen-het-dit-voorjaar-behoorlijk-voor-de https://edepot.wur.nl/714693 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/840f6afc-d4fa-4d93-a4d7-2d7e7421cfeb 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Experts: mensen met hooikoorts hebben dit voorjaar veel te verduren 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/experts-mensen-met-hooikoorts-hebben-dit-voorjaar-veel-te-verdure https://edepot.wur.nl/714692 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1daec55f-3176-4d40-945e-115e74dd3096 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Kostanjšek, Matic Raynal, Antoine Dimopoulos, George Behrendt, Gerrich Martins dos Santos, Vitor Beekwilder, Jules Batianis, Christos Weusthuis, Ruud A. Asin-Garcia, Enrique Bisschops, Mark Article/Letter to editor ACS synthetic biology 15 (2026) 4 ISSN: 2161-5063 Rhodo-Box: A Synthetic Biology Toolbox to Facilitate Metabolic Engineering of Rhodobacter sphaeroides 2026 Rhodobacter sphaeroides is a purple nonsulfur alphaproteobacterium with a highly versatile metabolism. This microorganism holds promise as a chassis for sustainable biomanufacturing of numerous chemicals. Yet, its potential is constrained by a lack of standardized, well-characterized genetic elements to tune gene expression such as transcriptional promoters and ribosome binding sites (RBSs). In this study, we present Rhodo-Box, a comprehensive toolkit for R. sphaeroides created by adapting and extending the Zymo-Parts modular cloning framework. Using Rhodo-Box we built and characterized: (a) three broad-host origins of replication (pBBR1, RK2 and RSF1010), (b) a set of 13 promoters, (c) four inducible expression systems (NahR-PsalTTC, LacI-PlacT7A1_O3O4, VanR-PvanCC, and XylS-Pm), (d) 11 RBSs, and (e) four transcriptional terminators. Furthermore, we present a semiautomated, user-friendly cloning approach which enables rapid construction of R. sphaeroides strains. The Rhodo-Box toolkit equips R. sphaeroides with a standardized, automation-compatible collection of parts and workflows essential for efficient design–build–test–learn cycles and advanced metabolic engineering. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/rhodo-box-a-synthetic-biology-toolbox-to-facilitate-metabolic-eng-3 10.1021/acssynbio.5c00808 https://edepot.wur.nl/714689 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/3e264dc7-6f7b-4ab5-bdf6-e0d4713f5443 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Stouthamer, Jente Pereira, Danilo Martin-Ramirez, Sergio Mutte, Sumanth Mott, Adam Smakowska-Luzan, Elwira Article/Letter to editor Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal 35 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2001-0370 Genetic Diversity, Predictive Protein Structures, and Interaction Networks of Cysteine-Rich Receptor-Like Kinases in Arabidopsis thaliana 2026 Cysteine-rich receptor-like kinases (CRKs) are a large subfamily of plant receptor-like kinases implicated in immunity and development, yet their ligands, interaction partners, and mechanistic roles remain poorly defined. We combined population-genetic analyses and AlphaFold-based structural prediction to characterize the Arabidopsis thaliana CRK family. Phylogenetic reconstruction from 69 natural accessions resolved 5 well-supported CRK clades. Nucleotide diversity (π) and neutrality tests revealed heterogeneous diversity across loci, with evidence of both positive and negative selection pressure acting on different CRKs. AlphaFold models of CRK extracellular domains (ECDs) recapitulate the DUF26 structure observed in plasmodesmata localizing protein (PDLP)5/PDLP8 and ginkbilobin-2 but display distinct biochemical properties and disulfide-bond topologies. Pairwise AlphaFold dimer modeling of all 780 CRK–ECD combinations produced 145 high-confidence interaction models; ~78% of these adopt a shared dimer conformation characterized by an extended intermolecular β-sheet at the interface. Integrating evolutionary and structural approaches reveal clade-specific selective regimes and conserved structural features of CRK–ECDs that likely underpin receptor–receptor interactions. Predicted high-confidence dimer interfaces suggest a general mode of CRK–ECD association that can guide targeted biochemical and genetic validation, accelerating functional dissection of this important receptor family. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/genetic-diversity-predictive-protein-structures-and-interaction-n 10.34133/csbj.0043 https://edepot.wur.nl/714688 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/b54aee84-1de8-4ec4-9657-ca08c4baa9fd 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Mensen met hooikoorts krijgen het ’behoorlijk voor de kiezen’ deze lente 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/mensen-met-hooikoorts-krijgen-het-behoorlijk-voor-de-kiezen-deze- https://edepot.wur.nl/714687 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e76f1ec4-04d2-4990-bf94-dd923e16b187 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Het is weer zover: mensen met hooikoorts krijgen het dit voorjaar flink te verduren 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/e76f1ec4-04d2-4990-bf94-dd923e16b187 https://edepot.wur.nl/714686 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/3caadc2b-fb88-41db-bdc5-458c00f7768a 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Cho, Ara Kooijmans, Linda Driever, Steven M. Wassenaar, Maarten Koren, Gerbrand Baartman, Sophie L. Mossink, Leon Krol, Maarten C. Article/Letter to editor Open Research Europe 5 (2026) ISSN: 2732-5121 Leaf chamber experiments on sunflowers indicate a temperature-dependent compensation point of carbonyl sulfide 2026 BackgroundCarbonyl Sulfide (COS) is a potential tracer for estimating gross primary productivity (GPP), due to its co-uptake with CO2 in leaves and the assumed absence of re-emission. However, the effectiveness of COS as a GPP tracer depends on understanding the differential responses of COS and CO2 uptake to environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.MethodsWe conducted three sets of leaf gas exchange experiments on sunflower leaves. In each experiment, we varied only one environmental factor: COS mole fraction (at two temperatures), humidity, or temperature. During the experiments, COS and CO2 fluxes were measured, and the data were used to optimize a leaf conductance model.ResultsWe identified the existence of a COS compensation point, which increases with higher temperatures, suggesting potential emissions at higher temperatures when atmospheric COS concentrations are low. Our gas exchange measurements detected a COS compensation point of 58.9 ± 52.4 pmol mol-1 at 20 °C and 139.9 ± 26.0 pmol mol-1 at 25 °C. As vapor pressure deficit increased and stomatal conductance decreased, we observed that COS leaf uptake decreased more rapidly than CO2 assimilation. Consequently, the leaf relative uptake ratio (LRU) of COS to CO2 also decreased when stomatal conductance decreased.The optimized conductance model indicated that the optimum temperature for COS and CO2 enzymatic uptake was around 35 °. However, the maximum net deposition velocity for COS lies between 20 and 25 °, due to its temperature-dependent compensation point. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/leaf-chamber-experiments-on-sunflowers-indicate-a-temperature-dep 10.12688/openreseurope.20235.3 https://edepot.wur.nl/714682 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/42915594-b16f-476b-a2ac-32d8da5a6f37 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other De lente is begonnen, maar het weer blijft nog even guur en nat 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/de-lente-is-begonnen-maar-het-weer-blijft-nog-even-guur-en-nat https://edepot.wur.nl/714680 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/576e62e6-6f89-4a06-b1ba-9ddf3a8fa57a 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Het lijkt een goed jaar voor teken te worden: 'Wees er snel bij na beet' 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/het-lijkt-een-goed-jaar-voor-teken-te-worden-wees-er-snel-bij-na- https://edepot.wur.nl/714678 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/331d2282-4e6f-4eee-9a5c-708d88cac946 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Recordaantal tekenbeten gemeld: grootste stijging in vijf jaar tijd 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/recordaantal-tekenbeten-gemeld-grootste-stijging-in-vijf-jaar-tij https://edepot.wur.nl/714677 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a690ad54-e16e-40fa-96ec-eb7ba427ff4f 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Jeukalarm in het Noorden: rupsenplaag in aantocht 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/jeukalarm-in-het-noorden-rupsenplaag-in-aantocht Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4feb7e91-a7a9-4271-bad7-a89169262a2e 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

de Munck, I.M.C. Hogeveen, H. Mourits, M.C.M. Velthuis, A.G.J. van den Pol-van Dasselaar, A. Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Dutch dairy farmers’ perceptions of cow health during grazing and housing periods 2026 Dairy farmers’ perceptions of animal health influence management and may vary with farm characteristics and practices such as grazing and housing. This study assessed how Dutch dairy farmers perceive udder and claw health, reproductive disorders (RD), and metabolic diseases (MD) during grazing and housing, and how these perceptions relate to farm characteristics and management. In 2023–2024, 78 grazing farms were surveyed, with farmers rating disease severity on a Likert scale from 1 (no problems) to 5 (serious problems). Claw and udder health were generally perceived more positively during grazing, whereas RD were rated more positively during housing. Farmers with automatic milking systems perceived MD during housing more negatively than those with a milking parlour. Farmers who reported more grazing tended to rate udder health more positively, whereas those with larger herds rated it more negatively during housing. Farmers with larger herds or more hectares available for grazing perceived RD during grazing as more problematic, while those who reported more grazing hours perceived MD during housing more negatively. Overall, perceptions varied for housing and grazing, but showed weak associations with farm characteristics and management. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/dutch-dairy-farmers-perceptions-of-cow-health-during-grazing-and- https://edepot.wur.nl/714673 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4c71f845-4385-4010-92bc-d02951fb9e91 2026-04-22

van Vliet, Arnold Other Experts: mensen met hooikoorts hebben veel te verduren 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/experts-mensen-met-hooikoorts-hebben-veel-te-verduren Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4e797916-9712-4ebc-a6af-3a2d35901312 2026-04-22

Thiel, Abigail Other Green, yellow, or brown bananas: which one should you choose based on their health benefits? 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/green-yellow-or-brown-bananas-which-one-should-you-choose-based-o Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e57f7663-5229-48fc-9b43-fe4386f22cd1 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Baekelmans, E.S.M. Hoekstra, N.J. Finn, J.A. Groot, J.C.J. van Eekeren, Nick Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Plant species identity affects earthworm abundance in managed grasslands 2026 Multispecies swards can match the productivity of perennial ryegrass monocultures in managed grasslands under reduced levels of nitrogen fertilisation. However, the effects of multispecies leys on soil life—another important aspect of sustainable agriculture—are not well understood. In this study we quantified the effect of plant diversity on the abundance of earthworms in the soil. We established a field experiment on a sandy soil in The Netherlands. Grassland communities were composed of systematically varying proportions of one up to six species according to a simplex design. The plant species represented three functional groups (FGs): grasses (Lolium perenne, Festuca arundinacea), legumes (Trifolium pratense, Trifolium repens) and herbs (Cichorium intybus, Plantago lanceolata). Swards received a nitrogen (N) application rate of 150 kg N ha−1 year−1; additional perennial ryegrass monoculture plots received 300 kg N ha−1 year−1 (Lp300). We measured earthworm abundance at the end of a three-year grassland period. We did not find grassland species diversity effects on earthworm abundance. Mineral fertiliser increased the number of earthworms in L. perenne monocultures, but the T. pratense, T. repens and P. lanceolata monocultures did not differ significantly from Lp300. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/plant-species-identity-affects-earthworm-abundance-in-managed-gra https://edepot.wur.nl/714672 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/366549fe-46ea-4598-b4ac-f3b86a863ed7 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Bruinenberg, M.H. de Bruijn, B.G.C. van Dixhoorn, I.D.E. Burgers, E.E.A. Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Fresh grass intake of dairy cows with daily or weekly rotation, performed with electric or virtual fencing 2026 Daily rotation may increase fresh grass intake and grazing efficiency of dairy cows. However, dailymovingofphysical fences is labour intensive. Virtual fencing (VF) could support farmers, but its effecton dairy cow performance, particularly in terms of fresh grass intake, remains unknown. In this trialwetested differences in (calculated) fresh grass intake of dairy cows between electric fencing (EF) orVFwith daily (D) or weekly rotation (W). Sixty-four lactating dairy cows were randomly assigned to fourtreatments (EFD, EFW, VFD, VFW; blocked on lactation stage and production parameters). Grassintake was calculated based on energy balance or grass height measurements before and after grazing.Differences were observed between the treatments, with VFD and EFW having a higher intake thanVFW. This difference was mainly caused by differences in grass availability between pastures—VFDand EFWwere located on a pasture with a numerically higher grass height before grazing than VFWand EFD. Fencing method had no effect on grass intake. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/fresh-grass-intake-of-dairy-cows-with-daily-or-weekly-rotation-pe https://edepot.wur.nl/714671 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/0608dd3f-6183-497d-b112-771a086b147a 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Holshof, G. Hoving, I.E. Mulder, H.M. Gielen, J.C.A. Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Developing and validating a model for estimating effects of rewetting peat meadow on yield and feed value of grass 2026 Rewetting peat soils is considered to be a key measure in Dutch peatland policy to reduce land subsidence and greenhouse gas emissions due to peat decomposition. The question is how this affects the yield and feed value of grass, grassland use, and finally farm income losses. A new model, SG-CMPM,wasdevelopedto quantify the effects of rewetting in a practical and reliable way at field level. This study evaluates whether SG-CMPM can be used, instead of the more extensive integrated farm model Waterpas, in a to-be-developed future compensation methodology for farmers in peat areas. Calculations were conducted for six peat meadow farms in the province of Friesland, comparing a reference ditch water level on those farms, varying between −112 and −55 cm, with a −35 cm (future)scenario. SG-CMPM integrates the empiric grass growth model GRASS2007 into the hydrological model SWAP, enabling simulation of direct effects (e.g. drought or oxygen stress) and indirect effects (e.g. delayed harvest due to reduced trafficability) on grass yield and feed value. Results for the reference situation were highly consistent between SG-CMPM and Waterpas. Small differences in the−35 cmscenario were attributed to simplified grassland use representation in SG-CMPM. Validation against farm data (ANCA model) showed generally good agreement, although feed value reduction maybe overestimated. SG-CMPM offers an efficient, reproducible tool for estimating effects of rewetting, though further research on feed value and trafficability impacts is recommended. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/developing-and-validating-a-model-for-estimating-effects-of-rewet https://edepot.wur.nl/714668 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/c50a6db2-8f0b-4f87-8225-9bbdb02b145f 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Bufe, C. Hoekstra, N.J. van Eekeren, Nick Geerts, R. Brolsma, K. Reijneveld, A. Ozinga, W.A. Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Biodiversity and ecosystem functioning after 60 years of fertilization: insights from the Ossekampen grassland experiment 2026 The biodiversity-productivity relationship of four different fertilization treatments (unfertilized control, Ca, PK, and NPK) has been assessed at the Ossekampen Grassland Experiment in 2022. Thelong-term fertilization experiment was established in 1958, on a species-rich old pasture on heavy claysoil near Wageningen, the Netherlands. The long-term fertilization resulted in grassland ecosystemswith a distinct botanical composition, confirming a significant relationship between abovegroundbiomass production (productivity) and plant species richness. However, the response to the fertilization on a selection of productivity and biodiversity indicators, above and belowground, were differentbetween treatments. The NPK treatment reached highest productivity (yield, nitrogen yield and rootdensity) as well as highest belowground biodiversity for the indicators bacterial and fungal biomass. Inthe liming (Ca) treatment highest above ground biodiversity (richness in plant species, and flowering)as well as belowground biodiversity (earthworm abundance) were measured. Our findings highlight that depending on the type of fertilization, the direction and strength of the biodiversity productivity relationship is affected. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/biodiversity-and-ecosystem-functioning-after-60-years-of-fertiliz https://edepot.wur.nl/714667 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4638ba94-fe95-47f0-9192-774f5bcb4b26 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Lee, Chi-Hsien Bui, Thi Phuong Nam Petitfils, Camille Jian, Ching Wong, Giselle C. Puel, Anthony Le Roy, Tiphaine Bellais, Samuel Ben Abdallah, Bouthaina Nehlich, Mélanie Leicht, Thomas Jia, Manyi Hoyles, Lesley Federici, Massimo Fernández-Real, Jose Manuel Burcelin, Remy Dumas, Marc-Emmanuel Delzenne, Nathalie M. Clavel, Thomas Boeren, Sjef Troise, Antonio Dario Scaloni, Andrea Muccioli, Giulio G. De Vos, Willem M. Van Hul, Matthias Cani, Patrice D. Article/Letter to editor Gut (2026) ISSN: 0017-5749 Novel myo-inositol to butyrate fermentation pathway in the prevalent human gut species Dysosmobacter welbionis, a bacterium associated with improved metabolic and liver health 2026 Background: Dysosmobacter welbionis is a recently discovered butyrate producer whose presence in stool correlates with improved metabolic health. Whether its abundance is reduced in individuals with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) remains unknown. Mechanistic insight into its butyrate production from myo-inositol, a dietary compound from fruits, beans, grains and nuts with metabolic benefits, is also limited.Objective: To assess population-level distribution, relative abundance and strain diversity of D. welbionis in humans, and to elucidate its metabolic capacity to ferment myo-inositol into butyrate.Design: We analysed several human cohorts for associations with liver health and evaluated D. welbionis J115T supplementation in a diet-induced steatosis mouse model. An antibody-guided anaerobic cell-sorting strategy enabled isolation of distinct strains. We combined 13C-labelled inositol isotopes with NMR, mass spectrometry, genomics and proteomics.Results: We found that D. welbionis and two related species (D. hominis and D. segnis) are prevalent gut bacteria in the human gut. D. welbionis abundance was reduced in MASLD across two cohorts and inversely correlated with fibrosis score in a third cohort. Treatment with D. welbionis J115T improved glycaemia and hepatic steatosis in high-fat diet fed mice. We identified a non-canonical myo-inositol-to-butyrate fermentation pathway. 19 human strains were isolated, comparative genomics of 23 strains revealed an open pangenome (about 2100 core genes) including the full myo-inositol fermentation pathway.Conclusion: D. welbionis possesses a unique, conserved route to convert dietary myo-inositol into butyrate, distinguishing it from other commensals and supporting its potential as a next-generation probiotic for metabolic and liver health. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/novel-myo-inositol-to-butyrate-fermentation-pathway-in-the-preval 10.1136/gutjnl-2025-336617 https://edepot.wur.nl/714666 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/69c218d3-39ac-429c-b8bb-bec28af382ab 2026-04-22

Ormond, Meghann Other Mobilities beyond tourism: tourism in a world of unequal movement 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/mobilities-beyond-tourism-tourism-in-a-world-of-unequal-movement https://edepot.wur.nl/714664 heritage migration mobility justice tourism transport infrastructure Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/28cd2f59-638e-410a-908a-6383a92790e9 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Yamout, Rana El Helou, Remie Hamze, Layal Osman, Hibah Article/Letter to editor Palliative Medicine Reports 7 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2689-2820 High Prevalence of Cancer-Related Distress in a Low-Resource Setting: A Cross-Sectional Study from Lebanon 2026 Background:Cancer-related distress is a multifactorial experience affecting patients’ quality of life and treatment outcomes. Despite global efforts to promote distress screening, data from low-resource settings remain limited.Objectives:To assess the prevalence, severity, and contributors to distress among cancer patients in a tertiary oncology center in Lebanon and identify palliative care (PC) referral gaps.Design:Cross-sectional secondary analysis of a quality improvement initiative.Setting/Subjects:Adult cancer patients receiving treatment at the infusion unit of the Naef K. Basile Cancer Institute, American University of Beirut Medical Center.Measurements:Distress was evaluated using the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Distress Thermometer (NCCN DT). Patients with DT scores ≥ 4 completed the NCCN Problem List. Sociodemographic and clinical data were extracted from institutional records.Results:Among 670 patients (mean age: 56 ± 15 years; 56% female), 76% reported moderate-to-severe distress (score ≥ 4), and 37% experienced severe distress (score > 7). Distress was significantly higher in females (p < 0.001) and patients with solid tumors (p = 0.015). Key distress domains included physical (93%), emotional (83%), and practical problems (70%). Only 1% of distressed patients had prior PC referrals.Conclusions:Distress is highly prevalent among cancer patients in Lebanon, particularly among women and those with solid tumors. Despite strong evidence for the benefits of early PC, referral rates remain alarmingly low. Routine distress screening and integration of PC services are urgently needed to address this gap and improve holistic cancer care in low-resource settings. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/high-prevalence-of-cancer-related-distress-in-a-low-resource-sett 10.1177/26892820251413016 https://edepot.wur.nl/714662 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/df29a208-ff90-4fb8-b15b-12f6f13ab741 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Yu, Jisang Schaefer, K. Aleks Dalhaus, Tobias de Mey, Yann Article/Letter to editor Agricultural Finance Review 86 (2026) 1 ISSN: 0002-1466 Guest editorial: Financing resilient food systems 2026 en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/guest-editorial-financing-resilient-food-systems 10.1108/AFR-02-2026-218 https://edepot.wur.nl/714661 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/ca1f8fcd-df48-48a4-854c-d96fb22a0b29 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Cromheeke, M. Van De Gucht, T. Koning, L. Van Wesemael, D. Peiren, N. Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Access to grazing reduces enteric methane emission of high-producing dairy cows 2026 Methane emissions from cattle significantly contribute to agricultural greenhouse gases. This study evaluated the impact of autumn grazing on enteric methane emission of dairy cows. Twenty-seven cows were subjected to a two-period incomplete Latin square design with three dietary treatments: full indoor feeding (A), grazing (6 h) on perennial ryegrass+indoor feeding (B), and grazing (6 h) on a multispecies sward of perennial ryegrass, white clover and ribwort plantain + indoor feeding (C). Methane and CO2 emissions were measured via GreenFeeds. According to the VEM-method, treatment B and C had a comparable fresh grass dry matter intake, respectively 3.42 kg day−1 and 4.18 kg day−1. Fat and protein corrected milk (FPCM) yield was not significantly affected but was numerically higher for B and C (36.9 kg day−1) than for A (35.8 kg day−1)(P = 0.273). Treatment BandCshowedlower methane production, methane intensity and methane yield compared to treat ment A (P <0.001). These results suggest that integrating grazing on conventional and multispecies pastures can reduce methane emission, without compromising productivity. This management innovation aligns with climate change mitigation goals and highlights the potential of diversified grazing strategies to enhance the resilience and sustainability of dairy farms. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/access-to-grazing-reduces-enteric-methane-emission-of-high-produc https://edepot.wur.nl/714660 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/41cba111-b21c-4ca6-9412-dd30ef56706b 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Blok, Annelies E. Steenbekkers, Bea L.P.A. Article/Letter to editor British Food Journal 128 (2026) 13 ISSN: 0007-070X Exploring Dutch consumer practices and preferences regarding purchase, storage and packaging of fresh fruits and vegetables 2026 PurposeReducing plastic packaging is a key goal in tackling plastic pollution. At the same time, packaging can protect fresh produce and potentially prevent food waste. However, little is known about what consumers actually do with packaged produce at home, or how packaging influences their storage decisions. This study explores consumer practices and preferences regarding the purchase, storage and packaging of fresh fruits and vegetables.Design/methodology/approachAn online survey was conducted among Dutch consumers (n = 290). The survey focused primarily on how consumers store fresh produce at home, but also included questions about purchase routines and packaging preferences. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.FindingsStorage practices varied widely across respondents and products, both in terms of location and motivation. Shelf life extension of fresh produce was not always the primary consideration, as other practical priorities, such as ease of access, routine and available space, also played a role in determining how and where fresh produce was stored. Vegetables were often kept in their unopened packaging, whereas fruits were more frequently unpacked. These patterns reflect a complex interplay of practical and habitual considerations in household food management.Practical implicationsProviding consumers with knowledge about optimal storage practices for fresh produce could help reduce food waste. Retailers can also play a role by improving the fit between packaging formats and storage needs, and by offering guidance at the point of sale.Originality/valueThis study offers new insights into household storage practices for fresh fruits and vegetables. It highlights that food management behaviours are often driven by everyday routines and practical concerns, rather than by a deliberate intention to reduce food waste. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/exploring-dutch-consumer-practices-and-preferences-regarding-purc 10.1108/BFJ-04-2025-0483 https://edepot.wur.nl/714659 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/6c1a6f0b-7fc3-4c69-9e49-e883154440ce 2026-04-22

Jochemsen, Henk Review Redeeming Sex: The Battle for the Body. Vol. 1 of Creation Redeemed, written by Eduardo Echeverria 2026 en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/redeeming-sex-the-battle-for-the-body-vol-1-of-creation-redeemed- 10.1163/23528230-bja10132 https://edepot.wur.nl/714658 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/6ecc8b61-2bc3-4ad6-a22d-ef0b6d095fb3 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Jongbloed, M. Hoekstra, N.J. Groot, J.C.J. van den Hout, M. Hoving, I.E. Janssen, P.W.L. van Eekeren, Nick Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Effects of raised groundwater tables and grassland use on load-bearing capacity of agricultural peatlands 2026 Dutch agricultural peatlands are typically drained to promote production. However, this drainage leads to peat oxidation and CO2 emissions. Rewetting by raising groundwater tables can reduce these impacts but may compromise load-bearing capacity (LBC). This study examined the relationships between raised groundwater tables (to −20 cm, using an active water infiltration system), seasonal variation, grassland use, and LBC—measured as penetration resistance—in an on-farm experiment. A linear mixed model was developed to predict LBC. Raising the groundwater table from −50 to −20 cm reduced LBC by 0.25–0.34 MPa. LBC was on average 0.38 MPa higher in autumn than in spring, and 0.07–0.12 MPa higher in grazed fields than in mown fields. Understanding the interplay between seasonal variation, grassland use, and groundwater tables in determining LBC and accessibility of agricultural peatlands can refine models that assess the financial and practical implications of rewetting for farmers. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/effects-of-raised-groundwater-tables-and-grassland-use-on-load-be https://edepot.wur.nl/714657 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d1440325-7d25-4d63-9c4b-7898fdbe896f 2026-04-22

Wiersma, Wietse Idarraga-Castaño, Orlando Nobels, Peter R. Daza Torres, Martha Constanza Comans, Rob N.J. Pulleman, Mirjam M. Groenenberg, Jan E. Article/Letter to editor ACS Earth and Space Chemistry 10 (2026) 3 ISSN: 2472-3452 A Practical Approach to Measuring and Modeling Soil Cadmium Benchmarked with Isotopic Dilution 2026 Generating knowledge on the availability of metals in soils is facilitated by accessible mechanistic multisurface models that predict the distribution of metal over the solid and solution phases (solid-solution partitioning) and between the reactive surfaces to which the metal is bound within either phase (speciation). An essential soil property used as a model input is the reactive metal pool. This pool can be measured through single extraction methods, the suitability of which is metal- and soil-dependent. Using 34 diverse Colombian soils with mostly naturally elevated Cd contents, we aimed to (i) define the suitability of multiple single extraction methods (HNO3, EDTA, DTPA or Mehlich-3), and (ii) evaluate model performance with each method as input and across levels of model complexity. Applying the isotopic dilution method (E-value) as a benchmark, we found that no single extraction consistently outperformed the others for particular soil types. Relatively strong extractions (HNO3, EDTA) tended to overextract reactive Cd and overpredict dissolved Cd, and vice versa for relatively weak extractions (DTPA, Mehlich-3). Using the E-value led to a more robust model accuracy across levels of model complexity. Residual overprediction can be attributed to uncertainty in the model parameters and other input values. To adequately model cadmium speciation, it proved necessary to include measured concentrations of competing cations. Accurate predictions of solid-solution partitioning could be made with a simplified model that only included pH, reactive cadmium, soil organic matter, and clay and excluded metal-oxides and competing cations. Our results strengthen multisurface models as accessible tools for environmental risk assessment. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/a-practical-approach-to-measuring-and-modeling-soil-cadmium-bench 10.1021/acsearthspacechem.5c00352 https://edepot.wur.nl/714656 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e31a2aef-b3d7-439f-ab5f-a2b8521774a2 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

van Dijk, H.M. Hoekstra, N.J. Ripoll Bosch, R. Hoving, I.E. Pijlman, J. van Eekeren, Nick Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Peat pasture productivity with raised groundwater tables 2026 Dutchpeatlands have long been drained to be used primarily as pastures for dairy production, improving productivity but causing high greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and soil subsidence due to peat degradation. Raising the groundwater table (WT) from the conventional 50 cm below field level to 20 cm using an active water infiltration system (AWIS) is a possible solution to reduce peat degradation. This paper highlights the effect of raising WT on grass production and soil nitrogen supply (SNS)byusingexperimental plots with differentWT andfertilisation levels from 2020–2024. Regression analyses resulted in an average decrease of 11% in herbage dry matter yield (DMY) when raising WTfrom 50 to 20 cm below field level, with significant variation between years. The reduced DMY could be explained by the decrease in SNS in wetter conditions, due to a lower mineralisation rate. Increased N fertilisation could mediate DMY losses, but N losses from soil would increase. Although results were obtained at plot level, and exclude losses from harvesting and grazing, they indicate that raising WT is compatible with relatively high grass production. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/peat-pasture-productivity-with-raised-groundwater-tables https://edepot.wur.nl/714653 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/59bd0588-59d8-414e-887b-a5b04bb61c29 2026-04-22

Westland, Tom Article/Letter to editor European Review of Economic History (2026) ISSN: 1361-4916 Fruits of the Boom: Urban Rents, Cash Crop Growth, and Wages in Dakar, 1914–1960 2026 This paper offers a new real wage series for colonial Dakar, French Senegal, from 1914 to 1960, incorporating housing costs for unskilled laborers. Housing costs were sometimes an important share of household budgets and traditional methods of accounting for them in the “welfare ratio” literature will overstate income gains in economic booms. Gains for urban workers during Dakar’s growth were muted by higher housing costs, particularly in the 1920s and 1950s. Cross-sectional evidence for the late colonial period displays considerable heterogeneity, suggesting that housing costs were a substantial burden for unskilled workers, though not always and not in all locations. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/fruits-of-the-boom-urban-rents-cash-crop-growth-and-wages-in-daka 10.1093/ereh/heaf021 https://edepot.wur.nl/714652 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/57a28052-6396-45a4-994d-85bf39ca2c3e 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Karandish, F. Hoving, I.E. de Vries, M. Ruelle, E. Misra, S. Madrid, A. Castellan, E. Novak, S. Delaby, L. Article in monograph or in proceedings Challenges and innovations for grasslands resilience ISBN: 9789004763425 Climate change impacts and adaptation in grasslands: Insights from Western Europe 2026 Climate change poses significant challenges for European grasslands, including frequent droughts and heatwaves, warmer and wetter winters, longer growing seasons, and shifting rainfall patterns. This study reviews the impacts of climate change on grass production in dairy cattle farming systems in The Netherlands, Ireland, and France, and explores potential adaptation strategies. Data were synthesized from modelling, field experiments, and farmer surveys. In The Netherlands, modelling results indicate an approx. 9% decline in grass yield for a representative dairy system on dry sandy soils by 2050, along with more than 20% increase in irrigation demand, while on peat soils excessive rainfall limits grazing opportunities. In Ireland, although yield increases of up to 3.4% are projected, summer droughts and spring and autumn waterlogging threaten grazing stability. In France, grass growth starts earlier in spring and extends later into autumn, but severe summer declines and increased inter-annual variability jeopardize feed security. Adaptation options include higher forage reserves, soil quality improvement, diversification of fodder resources, use of drought- and heat-tolerant species in pastures, improved water management (e.g., irrigation and winter water retention), and adjustments in stocking rates. Findings highlight that adaptation must be tailored to local conditions, combining short- and long-term strategies to sustain dairy production and grassland ecosystem services. However, under more adverse climate conditions, adaptation may ultimately require adjusting stocking rates to the carrying capacity of the system. en Brill text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/climate-change-impacts-and-adaptation-in-grasslands-insights-from https://edepot.wur.nl/714651 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7fb7f8f7-6359-49ed-ac76-cebf0bd40741 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Brandon, Matthew Homulle, Zohralyn Douma, Jacob C Article/Letter to editor Journal of Experimental Botany (2026) ISSN: 0022-0957 Quantifying the relative importance of disease-suppressive mechanisms in species mixtures: a case study of late blight in strip-intercropped potato 2026 Numerous studies have reported disease suppression in intercropping systems, attributing it to mechanisms such as host dilution, microclimate modification, barrier effect, and induced resistance. However, the relative contributions of mechanisms to altered disease dynamics remain unclear. We combined field experiments and mechanistic modeling to quantify the importance of these mechanisms in suppressing Phytophthora infestans in potato intercropped with faba bean, ryegrass, or maize. Field data were used to estimate effects of disease-suppressive mechanisms on various disease processes. These were integrated into a dynamic microclimate-dependent epidemiological simulation model of late blight to predict the progression of disease severity, and the individual contribution of mechanisms. Even small differences (1–3%) in relative humidity accumulated to significantly impact disease severity. The model most accurately predicted disease suppression only when host dilution, microclimate modification, and barrier effect were combined, suggesting that each contributes substantially. Individual mechanisms varied in strength across companion crops and sometimes counteracted each other (particularly microclimate modification and barrier effect), but their combined effects consistently reduced disease. This study provides a novel framework to disentangle and quantify the contribution of disease-suppressive mechanisms in intercropping systems, enhancing our understanding of disease suppression in species mixtures, to help design cropping systems less reliant on chemical protection. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/quantifying-the-relative-importance-of-disease-suppressive-mechan 10.1093/jxb/erag097 https://edepot.wur.nl/714647 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/25e362db-2d00-4b57-bda1-59173654c1e0 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Ahovi, Emmanuel Sok, Jaap Lansink, Alfons Oude Article/Letter to editor European Review of Agricultural Economics 53 (2026) 2 ISSN: 0165-1587 Can reducing technical inefficiencies of pesticides achieve environmental impact targets? The case of Dutch arable farms 2026 Farmers manage each type of pesticide differently, given the varying risks they address. As both damage-abating and polluting inputs, we have incorporated their negative impacts into a non-parametric framework to estimate the technical inefficiency of different pesticides and environmental inefficiency of Dutch arable farms from 2011 to 2021. Results suggest that farmers are more efficient in using insecticides rather than fungicides, herbicides and other pesticides, and have a higher potential to reduce negative pesticide impacts on aquatic organisms compared to soil organisms. However, even with full efficiency, the vast majority of farmers would not meet acceptable pesticide impact levels that are seen as sustainable in the long run. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/can-reducing-technical-inefficiencies-of-pesticides-achieve-envir 10.1093/erae/jbag001 https://edepot.wur.nl/714646 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f7b89186-f26e-4998-9974-a857d0cff317 2026-04-22

Voskamp, Ilse M. Woolderink, Hessel A.G. Timmermans, Wim Article/Letter to editor Journal of Water and Climate Change 17 (2026) 3 ISSN: 2040-2244 A landscape-based vision with climate change adaptation underlying urban development: Engaging decision-makers through visioning in the Metropolitan Area Arnhem–Nijmegen 2026 There is growing attention that a long-term perspective should be taken in water management and spatial planning to anticipate future climatic conditions. Long-term visions and visioning processes are known to be useful for guiding long-term change and to rethink existing practices, yet coupling futures-thinking with mainstream decision-making remains a challenge, and there are still few tested visioning methods. Here, we develop and apply a method for landscape-based visioning, using as a case study a region encompassing a metropolitan area as well as The Netherlands' main river division point: the Green Metropolitan Region Arnhem–Nijmegen. Our visioning process commenced with a joint definition of the underlying approach, followed by a landscape analysis to characterize the natural system of the region, a series of design workshops to iteratively design a vision, and a synthesis phase to pinpoint key spatial choices in the region. The long-term vision highlights the opportunities and challenges that will be encountered when putting the natural system at the basis of spatial planning. The findings also indicate that visioning can be used to engage decision-makers in meaningful conversations about making climate change action an underlying premise for future urban development. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/a-landscape-based-vision-with-climate-change-adaptation-underlyin 10.2166/wcc.2026.250 https://edepot.wur.nl/714645 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/53c0ead1-4f0b-478d-9bf1-95cc2d2ad7d9 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Kremer, Louise van Reenen, Kees Bokkers, Eddie A.M. Gort, Gerrit Engel, Jasper van der Werf, Joop T.N. Webb, Laura E. Article/Letter to editor Animal Welfare 35 (2026) ISSN: 0962-7286 Non-invasive physiological indicators of welfare in dairy cows 2026 Indicators of dairy cow welfare are important for the future assessment and improvement of cow welfare on-farm. The objective of this study was to investigate three categories of non-invasive physiological parameters as potential indicators of welfare in dairy cows, namely cumulation of cortisol in the hair, variability in heart rate (HRV), and variability and composition of milk yield, while taking personality traits into account. These indicators were assessed when cows (all primiparous; n = 48) were housed under reference conditions and when exposed to either improving or worsening housing conditions (weekly changes over the course of six weeks). The worsening housing led to an increase in heart rate and a decrease in milk yield. The housing effects on HRV and other milk-derived indicators, however, were affected by the personality traits of activity, fearfulness and sociability. Less active cows, less fearful cows and less social cows all displayed increases in HRV in the improving housing, but more active cows showed against expectations increased HRV in the worsening housing. More fearful cows showed increases in daily milk fluctuations in the worsening housing. These results point to HRV and milk-derived indicators, the latter of which are often routinely collected and that in addition to being non-invasive are also non-intrusive, as providing interesting physiological indicators of dairy cow welfare which will warrant further research. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/non-invasive-physiological-indicators-of-welfare-in-dairy-cows 10.1017/awf.2026.10063 https://edepot.wur.nl/714644 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/36663181-b761-472a-afc1-7adab911821f 2026-04-22

Knutas, Antti Hyrynsalmi, Sonja Jullien, Nicolas Jansen, Slinger Farshidi, Siamak Article/Letter to editor Information and Software Technology 195 (2026) ISSN: 0950-5849 Introduction to the special issue - software and society: ethics, equity, and sustainability in software 2026 Software facilitates the vast majority of social, commercial, and governmental interactions in our society, for a majority of people, even if it also reinforces exclusion for a non-negligible part of the population. The rules that were once implicit in person-to-person interactions or processed manually by civil servants are now codified into a set of instructions that govern how people can interact with organizations or with each other online. This has reinforced the power of those who control this system of imposing the rules, the framework of this interaction. Information and disinformation, citizenship control are also facilitated by the automation of information processing. At the same time, software grassroots in the form of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and civic technology initiatives are creating new ideas and alternatives, providing the citizens, especially in democratic countries, with new capacities of empowerment. All these changes have introduced challenges, especially from the perspectives of ethics, equity, and sustainability. This introduction to the Special Issue "Software and Society: Ethics, Equity, and Sustainability in Software" reflects on the changing relationship between software systems and the societies they serve. The twelve contributions to this special issue address critical themes, including software diversity, equitable cybersecurity, gender-based cognitive bias, sustainability in software, AI systems’ social impact, and accessibility. Ultimately, we argue that understanding and addressing the societal dimensions of software, including ethical implications, its role in perpetuating or mitigating inequity, and its environmental footprint, is essential for informing the responsible development and deployment of information and software technology. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/introduction-to-the-special-issue-software-and-society-ethics-equ 10.1016/j.infsof.2026.108113 https://edepot.wur.nl/714642 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/626952b4-d43f-4a3d-a476-365d37350398 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Wang, Guangyao Yu, Shilong Shen, Jianxiang Zhang, Yong Song, Yunwei Li, Chunlin de Boer, Willem F. Article/Letter to editor Diversity and Distributions 32 (2026) 4 ISSN: 1366-9516 Spatial Heterogeneity and Assembly of Waterbird Communities in Core-Satellite Wetland Networks 2026 Aim: Core-satellite wetland networks are widespread worldwide, and exploring how biotic assemblages change over these networks can offer important implications for biodiversity conservation of these systems. We aimed to detect the spatial distribution patterns and assembly processes of waterbird communities within the wetland networks. Location: The core wetland (Shengjin Lake located in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River floodplain, China) and its surrounding satellite wetlands, i.e., reservoirs, aquaculture ponds, paddy fields and natural ponds. Methods: We calculated and decomposed multi-faceted pairwise β-diversity (taxonomic, functional and phylogenetic) of waterbird assemblages within each type of satellite wetland and within counting points of the core wetland. The observed functional and phylogenetic β-diversity were compared with simulated means generated by null models. We also quantified community dissimilarities between satellite wetlands with Shengjin Lake, and tested whether the contribution of different satellite wetlands to regional β-diversity differed. Result: Overall, taxonomic β-diversity and turnover were lower during summer, and all dimensions of these biodiversity metrics were lower in aquaculture ponds and Shengjin Lake. For most wetland types, taxonomic and phylogenetic β-diversity were primarily contributed by turnover, but nestedness dominated functional β-diversity. All dimensions of β-diversity and nestedness components increased with difference in wetland area. The observed functional and phylogenetic β-diversity did not deviate largely from null expectations during all seasons, indicating the dominance of neutral processes in the community assembly. Aquaculture ponds were more similar to Shengjin Lake in species compositions, functional strategies, and evolutionary relatedness during autumn and winter. Reservoirs and paddy fields generally contributed more to regional β-diversity of all three metrics. Main Conclusions: This study quantified how and why the spatial heterogeneity of waterbird communities differed across this wetland network, providing important implications for management and conservation of waterbirds and their habitats in core-satellite wetland networks. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/spatial-heterogeneity-and-assembly-of-waterbird-communities-in-co 10.1111/ddi.70185 https://edepot.wur.nl/714629 https://edepot.wur.nl/714629 assembly rules core wetland large floodplain multi-dimensional β-diversity satellite wetlands waterbird communities https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/70056b79-099b-45dc-8135-5804b9b4470a 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Bagheri, Maryam van de Zedde, Rick Rubiales, Diego Santos, Carla S. Vasconcelos, Marta W. Article/Letter to editor Physiologia Plantarum 178 (2026) 2 ISSN: 0031-9317 High-Throughput Phenotyping for Revealing Key Morpho-Physiological Traits for Drought Tolerance in Pea (Pisum sativum and Wild Relatives) 2026 Pea (Pisum sativum) production is challenged by drought stress. Traditional methods for assessing drought tolerance are limited, and high-throughput phenotyping (HTP) can facilitate the rapid and automated assessment of plant traits. Herein, 180 Pisum spp. accessions were evaluated using an indoor HTP platform under two irrigation treatments, control (70% field capacity) and drought stress (30% field capacity), for 50 days. A combination of digital phenotyping via imaging and manual measurements was used to analyse biomass-related, architectural, and physiological traits. Drought conditions resulted in significant reductions in biomass-related traits including fresh weight (47%), total leaf area (43%), and dry weight (41%). In contrast, PSII photochemical efficiency, leaf weight ratio, and solidity showed negative sensitivity index values (ranging from −7% to −1%), indicating comparatively lower sensitivity to drought and suggesting relative stability of these traits under water-limited conditions. The high heritability value for water use efficiency (0.87) suggests that this parameter may be useful for distinguishing pea's responses to suboptimal soil moisture levels. Principal component analysis (PCA) highlighted patterns of trait variation and associations among biomass-related traits, such as fresh weight, dry weight, and leaf area, which were sensitive to drought conditions. This suggests that the plants may use a combination of strategies to cope with water limitations. Furthermore, studying the significant variation in drought response among the diverse Pisum species and subspecies revealed distinct adaptation strategies. These findings support the development of crops that are resilient to the negative effects of climate change. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/high-throughput-phenotyping-for-revealing-key-morpho-physiologica 10.1111/ppl.70863 https://edepot.wur.nl/714626 https://edepot.wur.nl/714626 architectural traits drought sensitivity heritability pea collection photosynthetic traits plant phenotyping stress sensitivity index https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/252112d7-b1b0-45b1-af88-cfdadf3ad10d 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Zou, Yiyang Zhang, Xiuming Xu, Xin Wu, Jiami Cheng, Luxi Xu, Xinpeng Deng, Ouping Chen, Yuanyuan Wang, Chen He, Peiying Wang, Sitong Wang, Mengru Winiwarter, Wilfried Gu, Baojing Article/Letter to editor National Science Review 13 (2026) 6 ISSN: 2095-5138 Asymmetry of safeguarding regional air and water nitrogen boundaries in China 2026 Human activities have significantly disrupted the global nitrogen cycle, positioning it as one of the most severely surpassed planetary boundaries. As the country with the largest nitrogen flux, China faces numerous environmental challenges due to excessive losses of reactive nitrogen (Nr) to both air and water from various sources. By quantifying the regional nitrogen boundaries for air and water at the county level, we found that the aggregated regional safe boundaries in China for the atmospheric release of Nr, nitrogen runoff to surface water and leaching to groundwater are 14.6, 5.2 and 4.8 million tonnes per year, respectively. In 2020, the cumulative Nr losses exceeded these boundaries by 54%, 262% and 258%, respectively. Implementing cross-system technical mitigation measures could potentially halve the total Nr losses to both air and water, yielding benefits that are ∼2.5 times greater than the net implementation costs. Despite most counties being capable of meeting the emission boundary for the atmospheric release of Nr after abatement, the boundaries for surface water and groundwater remain exceeded in over half of the counties. This highlights a significant asymmetry in nitrogen-pollution control between air and water, further necessitating socioeconomic transformations to effectively address the persistent issue of water pollution in China. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/asymmetry-of-safeguarding-regional-air-and-water-nitrogen-boundar 10.1093/nsr/nwag113 https://edepot.wur.nl/714625 https://edepot.wur.nl/714625 cost–benefit analysis mitigation potential nitrogen management regional boundaries water pollution https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f09c08b2-a4f3-4faf-ab3c-5c6ff0eb1c58 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Choi, Jungyu van Beek, Roy Chamberlain, Elizabeth L. Wallinga, Jakob Article/Letter to editor Journal of Archaeological Science 189 (2026) ISSN: 0305-4403 Dating Celtic fields with luminescence 2026 Celtic fields are prehistoric field systems characterised by rectangular plots enclosed by earthen banks, which are widespread across northwestern Europe. They are assumed to have emerged between the final stages of the Middle Bronze Age and the Early Iron Age in continental Europe, but firm chronologies based on radiometric dating (e.g., 14C, luminescence) are sparse, hampering the interpretation of age and formation process. This leads to contrasting interpretations and unexploited potential of the systems to inform on societal transformations. This study focuses on luminescence dating and aims to develop a suitable luminescence dating procedure that can provide robust dates for the construction and raising of Celtic field banks. To achieve this, we sampled two banks in two Celtic fields in the Netherlands (Vaassen and Zeijen) in a systematic manner with high-resolution. We applied small-aliquot quartz optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) and single-grain feldspar post-infrared infrared stimulated luminescence (pIRIR) measurements. The systematic high-resolution sampling proved to be an effective sampling strategy that can provide detailed chronological information. Both quartz OSL and single-grain feldspar pIRIR provided consistent and reliable reliable dates for the time of construction and raising of the banks. Single-grain feldspar pIRIR analysis provided additional information about the formation process of the banks and bleaching history of the deposited material, but also demonstrated potential limitations in universal application. The dating results demonstrated that both investigated Celtic field banks were constructed in the Dutch Middle Bronze Age and have been gradually raised until the Dutch Roman Age. At Zeijen we documented a period of rapid raising of the bank in the Dutch Late Iron Age. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/dating-celtic-fields-with-luminescence 10.1016/j.jas.2026.106536 https://edepot.wur.nl/714623 https://edepot.wur.nl/714623 Agricultural soils Luminescence dating Prehistoric fields Quartz OSL Single-grain feldspar pIRIR https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/5ea88b2c-c482-46ec-a351-859a8fca2b73 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

van der Molen, Michiel K. van de Sande, Marnix In t. Zandt, Michiel Saccomandi, Tori Baartman, Sophie L. Zhao, Hong de Arellano, Jordi Vilà Guerau Article/Letter to editor Global Change Biology 32 (2026) 4 ISSN: 1354-1013 Declining Ecosystem Respiration Linked to Nitrogen Deposition : Insights From a 26-Year FLUXNET Record 2026 Long-term carbon flux measurements at the FLUXNET site Loobos, a Pine forest in the Netherlands, reveal a counter-intuitive decline in total ecosystem respiration (TER) by tens of percents between 1997 and 2021. This trend cannot be explained by temperature variability or methodological changes alone. Instead, our findings point to a biogeochemical mechanism: despite a doubling of soil organic matter stocks, ecosystem respiration appears limited by decomposition rates rather than substrate availability. Soil incubation experiments indicate that microbial activity is limited by substrate quality and strongly acidic conditions (pH = 2.9), associated with large nitrogen deposition. Glucose addition experiments confirm the presence of an active microbiome, but its activity is suppressed under the present acidic soil conditions. These results raise concerns about ecosystem health under conditions of nitrogen deposition and the long-term sustainability of the observed carbon sink. Loobos may serve as an early indicator of broader ecosystem responses to environmental disturbances, as similar negative TER trends have been observed at other long-term FLUXNET sites. To advance understanding of the global carbon cycle, it is essential that observed flux trends are attributed and corroborated by changes in carbon and nitrogen stocks, and that models are continuously confronted with observational data. We therefore discuss the need of periodically measuring pH as soil acidification can be a limiting factor and suggest the need to introduce this variable in model representations of TER near regions sensitive to nitrification. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/declining-ecosystem-respiration-linked-to-nitrogen-deposition-ins 10.1111/gcb.70849 https://edepot.wur.nl/714620 https://edepot.wur.nl/714620 FLUXNET acidification carbon sequestration ecosystem respiration nitrogen soil biology https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/fa6cc6df-50a4-4a6e-a923-04ff6ae616c8 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public dataset

Huijsmans, Jan Goedhart, Paul Dataset Supplementary material for the paper: Revisiting 414 experiments to evaluate ammonia emission and mitigation measures for field-applied manure in The Netherlands 2026 This repository contains the data and data processing scripts for ammonia losses from field-applied manure as presented in the paper “Revisiting 414 experiments to evaluate ammonia emission and mitigation measures for field-applied manure in The Netherlands” by Jan F.M. Huijsmans & Paul W. Goedhart. It describes selected data and scripts for the statistical analyses to create Figures, Tables and Model regression coefficients for a regression model on ammonia losses model for field-applied manure. Wageningen University & Research text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/datasets/supplementary-material-for-the-paper-revisiting-414-experiments-t 10.4121/c420dba5-5e39-4306-adfe-f7e8c56b7582 https://edepot.wur.nl/714619 ammonia application technique arable land bare soil emission factor field-applied manure grassland manure treatment mitigation measures wheat Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/93027769-fe30-45c7-ad89-e03beca25e41 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Morawetz, Linde Widmann, Myriam Eileen Aldea-Sánchez, Patricia Arab, Alireza Ballis, Alexis Brodschneider, Robert Brusbardis, Valters Cadahía, Luis Carreck, Norman L. Chantawannakul, Panuwan Charriere, Jean Daniel Chlebo, Robert Cornelissen, Bram Danihlík, Jiří Danneels, Ellen Diéguez-Antón, Ana Dittman, Tobias Dobrescu, Constantin Fedoriak, Mariia Fischer, Johann Gray, Alison Gregorc, Ales Hatjina, Fani Min Oo, Hlaing Kirby, Melanie Kristiansen, Preben Martikkala, Maritta Mazur, Ewa Wu, Ming Cheng Mutinelli, Franco Özkirim, Asli Raudmets, Aivar Scarlett, Rod Vejsnæs, Flemming Williams, Anthony Williams, Geoffrey R. Fabricius Kristiansen, Lotta Article/Letter to editor Journal of Apicultural Research (2026) ISSN: 0021-8839 From knowledge to healthy colonies: global trends in beekeeper information sources and their usage 2026 Minimising honey bee colony losses requires healthy colonies. An important contributor to maintaining good colony health and vitality is effective colony management, but individual beekeepers vary greatly in their knowledge and application of optimal management practices. Beekeepers become knowledgeable through the acquisition of reliable information, but whilst there are many available information sources for the beekeepers, these vary greatly in quality. The COLOSS B-RAP (Bridging Research and Practice) group, a Core Project of the COLOSS (prevention of honey bee COlony LOSSes) honey bee research association, studies the means for the effective transfer of the latest beekeeping knowledge from scientists and extension workers to practising beekeepers. A purpose-designed questionnaire was used in an international online survey, translated and published by volunteer national coordinators, to collect data on the information sources preferred and most used by the beekeepers, in order to understand the best means for communication and beekeeping education. The study covered 71 countries and received 11,351 responses, mainly from Europe, Asia, North America and Latin America. It was found that knowledge acquisition differed significantly according to various beekeeper characteristics, with the most influential factors being continent, beekeeper age, beekeeping experience and beekeeping education. The results demonstrate the necessity for researchers and beekeeping advisors to diversify their usage of information channels so that a majority of the beekeeping community can access important new bee research results. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/from-knowledge-to-healthy-colonies-global-trends-in-beekeeper-inf 10.1080/00218839.2026.2635698 https://edepot.wur.nl/714617 https://edepot.wur.nl/714617 Honey bees bee health beekeeping education best management practices communication extension good beekeeping practices information source https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/b42b84a4-19be-4d6b-a074-66c6edb548f6 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Rabahi, Soraya Maurin, Lucie Marachlian, Emiliano Guendel, Fabian Mikdache, Aya Quintero-Castillo, Keinis Di Donato, Vincenzo Riou-Ramon, Jessica Kurup, Akshai Janardhana Salloum, Yazan Gros, Gwendoline Diabangouaya, Patricia Garcia-Baudino, Camila Medina-Yáñez, Ignacio Hersen, Pascal Banderas, Alvaro Levraud, Jean Pierre Lutfalla, Georges Bene, Filippo Del Feijoo, Carmen G. Eberl, Gerard Sumbre, German Boekhorst, Jos Brugman, Sylvia Hernandez, Pedro P. Article/Letter to editor Science 392 (2026) 6793 ISSN: 0036-8075 IL-22 from enteroendocrine cells promotes early-life gut motility in zebrafish through the microbiota 2026 The gut microbiota, immune system, and enteric nervous system interact to regulate adult gut physiology. However, the mechanisms establishing gut physiology during development remain unknown. We report that in developing zebrafish, enteroendocrine cells produced interleukin-22 (il-22) in response to microbial signals before lymphocytes populated the gut. in larvae, il-22 shaped the gut microbiota, increasing lactobacillaceae abundance and ghrelin expression to promote gut motility. impaired motility and ghrelin expression were restored in il22−/− zebrafish by transfer of microbiota from wild-type zebrafish or by introducing only Lactobacillus plantarum. il-22–deficient mice also had impaired gut motility and reduced ghrelin expression in early life, indicating a conserved function. Thus, before immune system maturation, enteroendocrine cells regulate early-life gut function by controlling the microbiota through il-22. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/il-22-from-enteroendocrine-cells-promotes-early-life-gut-motility 10.1126/science.adr1707 https://edepot.wur.nl/714616 https://edepot.wur.nl/714616 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/b5e58a8b-94cd-4975-ba54-e034cb734a04 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Berentsen, Jarne Hogeveen, Erwin Wientjes, Emilie Article/Letter to editor Plant Physiology 200 (2026) 4 ISSN: 0032-0889 Ionic regulation of thylakoid membrane architecture: Mg2+-driven destacking and restacking visualized 2026 The thylakoid membrane houses the complexes involved in the light-harvesting reactions of photosynthesis. In plants, this membrane is intricately folded into cylindrical grana stacks, connected by stroma lamellae. This architecture allows for the lateral segregation of photosystem II in the grana and photosystem I in the stroma lamellae. The thylakoid ultrastructure is dynamic and can change in response to light and other environmental cues, allowing for regulation of the light-harvesting reactions. Isolated thylakoid membranes in vitro can reversibly destack and restack depending on the concentration of cations such as Mg2+. However, it is currently unknown how this destacking and restacking is possible, given the complex thylakoid architecture. Here, we combine fluorescence spectroscopy with expansion and electron microscopy to investigate the reversible Mg2+-dependent stacking of Arabidopsis thaliana thylakoids in vitro. Our data suggest that the Mg2+ concentration determines the segregation of photosystem I and photosystem II in the thylakoid membrane, regardless of prior status (stacked or destacked). Furthermore, the microscopy results show that thylakoids under fully destacked conditions still retain loose grana-like structures. The loose nature of this thylakoid architecture likely allows the intermixing of the photosystems. Furthermore, our data suggest thylakoids undergo structural reorganizations upon Mg2+-induced restacking. While complete thylakoid destacking and restacking do not occur in vivo, our results offer insights into how subtle changes in ionic conditions could influence energy distribution and protein mobility through local modulation of membrane stacking. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/ionic-regulation-of-thylakoid-membrane-architecture-mg2-driven-de 10.1093/plphys/kiag101 https://edepot.wur.nl/714614 https://edepot.wur.nl/714614 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/5578a1d0-7615-4ef1-80ee-feed2166b33c 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Togliatti, Elena Jin, Yong Lenzi, Luca Morselli, Davide Degli Esposti, Micaela Fabbri, Paola Milanese, Daniel Strik, David P.B.T.B. Sciancalepore, Corrado Article/Letter to editor ACS Omega 11 (2026) 14 ISSN: 2470-1343 Anaerobic Fermentation of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) Plasticized with Glycerol Trilevulinate into Volatile Fatty Acids 2026 Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are a promising class of biobased and biodegradable polymers; however, their inherent brittleness and limited processability hinder widespread application. The glycerol trilevulinate (GT) bioplasticizer has been proposed to enhance the mechanical properties of PHAs without compromising their biodegradability. This study investigates the effect of GT at different concentrations on the anaerobic fermentation of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) to volatile fatty acids (VFA), focusing on microbial conversion efficiency. These VFA are platform chemicals serving various applications, including resynthesis of PHAs. PHBV/GT blends were characterized in terms of their thermal and morphological properties. The results show that the increased GT percentage reduces the crystallinity and melting temperature, thereby enhancing polymer flexibility. Anaerobic fermentation experiments were conducted using (i) prehydrolyzed PHBV/GT fermentation at fixed 10 wt % GT content and (ii) direct fermentation of PHBV/GT solid particles at different GT concentrations. The findings show that GT-plasticized PHBV was successfully converted into VFA, with acetate and n-butyrate being the predominant fermentation products. While low concentrations of hydrolysate (4–10 g SCOD/L) were efficiently converted, higher concentrations (20 g SCOD/L) did not lead to fermentation, suggesting potential microbial toxicity. The different contents of GT did not affect the microbial conversion process. These findings support the use of GT as plasticizer for PHA-based materials and development of renewable, biodegradable, and microbial recyclable plastic products. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/anaerobic-fermentation-of-poly3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvaler 10.1021/acsomega.6c00869 https://edepot.wur.nl/714613 https://edepot.wur.nl/714613 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/babd5852-2b7d-4cfd-85fe-5c3c4692e551 2026-04-22

Vriend, Paul Vijver, Martina G. van Emmerik, Tim H.M. van Loon, Willem M.G.M. Collas, Frank P.L. Drok, Sylvia Kamp, Nadieh Bosker, Thijs Article/Letter to editor ACS ES and T Water 6 (2026) 4 ISSN: 2690-0637 Reducing Measurement Error in Riverbank Litter Sampling 2026 Accurate and reliable monitoring data are essential to design effective litter reduction and mitigation strategies within riverine systems. A common method to gather data is riverbank litter sampling, where observers manually collect and categorize items >0.5 cm. While monitoring efforts are scaling up to meet growing demand for data, quantification of measurement error has not yet been undertaken for riverbank litter sampling methods to date, which is key data needed to design improved monitoring strategies. We quantified measurement error in riverbank litter sampling conducted along lowland rivers with sparsely vegetated banks. Interobserver variability was substantial (mean coefficient of variation 22.4%) and was unaffected by litter concentration or sample area size. Item size and color significantly influenced recovery: smaller, transparent, and black items were most commonly missed. Repeated observations reduced uncertainty, with mean recovery rates rising from 67% to 87% between one and two observations. We recommend two ways to reduce these uncertainties and improve reliability in monitoring protocols: (1) repeated observations, and (2) addressing biases for small items through additional measurement steps or correction factors. Incorporating these suggestions can contribute to reducing measurement error, improving long-term litter assessments and enhancing evidence-based decision-making in litter management. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/reducing-measurement-error-in-riverbank-litter-sampling 10.1021/acsestwater.5c01368 https://edepot.wur.nl/714612 Meuse Rhine macroplastic mesoplastic monitoring optimization pollution water quality Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f0ec0c6b-3d83-4af4-a2c6-aa85e91573fc 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Heald, Colette L. Kroll, Jesse H. Murphy, Jennifer G. Farmer, Delphine K. Fry, Juliane L. Article/Letter to editor Environmental Science and Technology 60 (2026) 14 ISSN: 0013-936X Atmospheric Chemistry Insights from the Global COVID-19 Pandemic : A Review 2026 The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting reductions in worldwide emissions, associated primarily with the transport sector, provided an unprecedented opportunity to explore the response of atmospheric chemistry and composition to large anthropogenic emissions perturbations. While air quality generally improved in early 2020, this was tempered by increased formation of secondary pollutants (e.g., O3 and secondary particulate matter, PM) in many regions studied. Declines in NOx emissions were largely responsible for the changes in O3, driving decreases in O3 concentrations in remote regions and increases in urban regions due to both decreases in O3 titration by NOx and also nonlinear changes in O3 production. Lower NOx levels also increased the levels of other oxidants (e.g., OH and O3), leading to a general increase in atmospheric oxidation in polluted urban regions. This enhanced oxidation promoted additional PM formation in some regions but was generally outweighed by decreases in primary PM and other secondary precursors (SO2 and VOCs). The COVID-19 pandemic gave rise to large local perturbations in air quality but only modest reductions in the global abundance of short-lived climate forcers (including O3 and PM). en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/atmospheric-chemistry-insights-from-the-global-covid-19-pandemic- 10.1021/acs.est.5c16737 https://edepot.wur.nl/714611 https://edepot.wur.nl/714611 COVID-19 PM air quality atmospheric chemistry ozone pandemic secondary pollutant https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/ada7296c-49a0-4020-876f-16362aee0667 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Jongen, H.J. Lipson, M. Teuling, A.J. Grimmond, S. Best, M. Baik, J.J. Demuzere, M. Fortuniak, K. Huang, Y. De Kauwe, M. Meili, N. Park, S.B. Wang, C. Wang, Z. Steeneveld, G.J. Article/Letter to editor Geophysical Research Letters 53 (2026) 8 ISSN: 0094-8276 Surface Runoff Discrepancy in Urban-PLUMBER Land Surface Models 2026 Enhanced surface runoff in urban environments reduces water availability and limits the evaporative cooling potential. We evaluate surface runoff in 18 urban land surface models (ULSM) in Urban-PLUMBER for 6,570 rainfall events across 21 urban sites. Surface runoff occurs when rainfall exceeds the infiltration, saturation, or interception capacity. Ten models omit at least one of these processes, while seven fail to increase runoff with increasing imperviousness. Surprisingly, some models lack any runoff during intense (> (Formula presented.)) or prolonged (>20 mm) rainfall. Urban land surface models (ULSMs) turn 0%–86% rainfall into runoff. Most models produce runoff in agreement with an empirical comparison offered by the CN method, especially for high imperviousness. However, ULSM runoff exceeds CN runoff estimates for low impervious fraction, particularly by models with incomplete process description and for low-intensity rainfall. The large discrepancy between ULSMs calls for advancing the urban hydrology representation in ULSMs, which is essential for correct simulation of evaporative cooling in cities. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/surface-runoff-discrepancy-in-urban-plumber-land-surface-models 10.1029/2026GL122048 https://edepot.wur.nl/714610 https://edepot.wur.nl/714610 Hydrometeorology infiltration land-atmosphere exchange modeling saturation urban climate https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4140a10e-499f-4a19-9871-d92b1d703d5d 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Hapich, Hannah van Emmerik, Tim H.M. Waldschläger, Kryss Maurer, Benjamin Yang, Zhaoqing Gray, Andrew B. Article/Letter to editor Journal of Hydrology 671 (2026) ISSN: 0022-1694 Urban wash-off of tire wear particles 2026 Tire wear particles (TWPs) are an important class of microplastics due to their toxicity and abundance. Because most TWPs are generated on impervious road surfaces, urban wash-off is the critical first phase of waterborne transport from their zone of production to stormwater drainage. However, little is known about the driving factors behind their mobilization. In this study, we use a rainfall simulator to investigate how surface roughness, rainfall intensity, and surface slope affect wash-off behaviors of TWPs. We also analyze how the size and shape of mobilized TWPs change over the course of simulated storm events. We found that low surface roughness, high rainfall intensity (most significant factor), and low slope result in the most rapid conveyance of TWP load. On average, large particles (>1000 µm) travelled faster than small particles (<125 µm). Particle shape explained a very small amount of variance in TWP wash-off velocity but was found to be more important under higher surface roughness conditions. In addition to wash-off velocity, we found similar conditions controlled the percent mobilization of TWPs. Low surface roughness and high rainfall intensity resulting in higher TWP wash-off rates is consistent with mineral sediment wash-off behavior. Conversely, low surface slope and large particle size leading to faster conveyance is directly opposed to mineral sediment wash-off. Our findings suggest drag-dominated flow, and that sufficient runoff depth is the most important parameter governing TWP wash-off. These findings are important first steps to understanding wash-off behaviors of TWPs and informing future modeling efforts and mitigation strategies. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/urban-wash-off-of-tire-wear-particles 10.1016/j.jhydrol.2026.135237 https://edepot.wur.nl/714609 https://edepot.wur.nl/714609 Impervious surfaces Microplastics Particle size distribution Stormwater runoff Tire wear particles Urban wash-off https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/bebc51c3-1edb-490b-a753-a7eb4f50aa04 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Sottie, Oscar Kwame Meuwissen, Miranda P.M. Zepeda, Ana Cristina Gavai, Anand K. Koppenberg, Maximilian Article/Letter to editor Agricultural Systems 235 (2026) ISSN: 0308-521X Impact of high-techs on firm-level economic performance and engineering resilience of fruit and vegetable food systems : A systematic review 2026 CONTEXT: High-tech solutions are potential tools to benefit fruit and vegetable (F&V) food systems' firm-level economic performance and engineering resilience. However, their high energy demand and the complexity of integrating high-tech throughout the food system stages may hinder achieving these benefits. OBJECTIVE: We conducted a systematic literature review on the impact of high-techs on firm-level economic performance and engineering resilience of F&V food systems. METHODS: For the period 2016–2024, following the PRISMA protocol, we identified a total of 52 primary studies, yielding 103 estimated effects. Based on predefined criteria, we included high-tech solutions ranging from artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT), machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), sensors, blockchain, robotics, data analytics, drones, model predictive control, to decision support systems. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: We found that the indicators only partially reflect high-tech solutions' economic performance such as water use reduction (8–95%), increased productivity (5–29%), and reduced food waste (7–25%). The predictive capabilities of high-tech innovations highlight their potential to strengthen the food system's ability to anticipate and mitigate shocks. In addition, we found consumer impacts remain unexamined, including whether high-tech enhances F&V affordability and accessibility. Finally, we developed a conceptual framework illustrating high-techs potential to integrate all F&V system stages. We recommend undertaking more quantitative impact research at the consumer and system-level to identify the potential of high-tech solutions to transform food systems. SIGNIFICANCE: Our results inform policy debates on fostering the use of high-techs in designing F&V systems, and guide firm-level actors who decide on the adoption of high-techs in F&V systems. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/impact-of-high-techs-on-firm-level-economic-performance-and-engin 10.1016/j.agsy.2026.104687 https://edepot.wur.nl/714608 Controlled environment agriculture Digital technology Efficiency Industry 4.0 Supply chain https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/da93ff5c-7eac-486a-8003-413d3a3274bd 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Saarloos A., Ardy van Geel, W.C.A. van der Voort, M.P.J. van Oort, P.A.J. van der Gugten, A.S. External research report Climate Neutral Innovation Farm: strategies for sowing catch crops in maize : Testing different sowing strategies for catch crops in Maize and assessing their potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Maize cultivation 2026 In 2025, a field trial took place in Lelystad that evaluated four methods for establishing catch crops in grain maize: no catch crop, under-sowing in early summer, drone-sowing before harvest, and sowing after harvest. All treatments produced good maize yields, and none of the sowing strategies affected the drymatter production or nitrogen uptake. Due to very wet conditions in autumn, all catch crops developed very limited. Because of this, it was not possible to assess the function of the cover crop of reducing mineral nitrogen before winter. Soil measurements in late autumn did not show a decrease in mineral nitrogen in plots with catch-crops compared to the control. Nevertheless, the under-sowing treatment did show the highest soil cover, while drone-sown plots had the poorest development. The digital-twin crop model aligned well with the observed crop development, although it likely underestimated the nitrogen mineralization, leading to lower simulated yields. Model results indicated no serious water or nitrogen stress during the growing season, which is in line with the crop yields. The crop growth model showed its potential for tracking stress and forecasting yields. LCA assessments showed that fertilizer production and soil processes cause over 60% of the greenhouse gas emissions in maize cultivation. Catch crops can theoretically reduce emissions by around 250 CO2-eq/ha, mainly because of the reduced fertilizer needs in the following crop. However, this could not be confirmed due to the poor crop growth. en Wageningen Plant Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/climate-neutral-innovation-farm-strategies-for-sowing-catch-crops 10.18174/711841 https://edepot.wur.nl/711841 https://edepot.wur.nl/711841 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/943e2224-c30a-455f-9d3c-e04404db5895 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Le Floch, Erwan Adam-Blondon, Anne Françoise Alaux, Michael Bardet, Etienne Bas, Noor Bassi, Filippo M. Boczkowska, Maja Bolc, Paulina Brouwer, Matthijs Chalhoub, Boulos De Blok, Reinhoud Desheva, Gergana Etukala, Jagadeeshwar R. Flores, Raphaël Galit, Indira Groenink, Wouter Hauptvogel, Rene Hoekstra, Roel Kehel, Zakaria Kersey, Paul Kowalik, Renata Kumar, Suman Kyosev, Bozhidar Lange, Matthias Lazăr, Cătălin Marinciu, Cristina Martín-Lammerding, Diana Motor, Adrian Pachipala, Mounika Pallero-Baena, Mercedes Petcu, Eugen Pietrusińska-Radzio, Aleksandra Podyma, Wiesław Pommier, Cyril Puchta-Jasińska, Marta Puła, Szymon Reiniers, Laura Ruff, Joseph Ruiz, Magdalena Sansoni, Francesca Schierscher, Beate Șerban, Gabriela Serex, Sarah Vaccino, Patrizia Van Treuren, Robbert Vasile, Mandea Vasilescu, Liliana Visioni, Andrea Weise, Stephan Wijnker, Erik Zaim, Meryem Reif, Jochen C. Berkner, Marcel O. Article/Letter to editor Scientific Data 13 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2052-4463 Wheat historical phenotypic data from European genebanks as an important resource for research and breeding 2026 Plant genetic resources are considered a treasure trove of valuable, untapped diversity that holds the key to breeding the crops of the future. However, the use of these resources in breeding is often limited due to the lack of comprehensive phenotypic characterization. The present study provides extensive historical phenotypic data from nine genebanks as a MIAPPE compliant data set. We compiled and curated phenotypic data from 43,293 wheat accessions, encompassing 460,399 data points across 52 traits, including the three core traits of plant height, heading time, and thousand kernel weight from seven decades. The exceptional quality of the presented dataset was highlighted by predominantly high heritabilities. Phenotypic data of such quantity and quality is a crucial resource for unlocking the valuable diversity of plant genetic resources for agricultural advancement. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/wheat-historical-phenotypic-data-from-european-genebanks-as-an-im 10.1038/s41597-026-06908-x https://edepot.wur.nl/714599 https://edepot.wur.nl/714599 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/56b01159-717f-4c15-a97e-7c5bf725a646 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Klink, Urte Feskens, Edith J.M. Lucassen, Desiree A. Vingerhoeds, Monique H. Haider, Sandra Papantoniou, Kyriaki Matullat, Imke Cuparencu, Catalina Aufschnaiter, Anna Lena Fuchs-Neuhold, Bianca Höfler, Christina Wallner, Marlies Binder-Olibrowska, Katarzyna W. Wrzesińska, Magdalena Agnieszka Lammers-van der Holst, Heidi M. Santonja, Isabel Scionti, Katrin Schoissengeier, Vanessa Wagner, Karl Heinz Wakolbinger, Maria Winzer, Eva Ummels, Meeke Jilani, Hannah Article/Letter to editor Nutrition Journal 25 (2026) 1 ISSN: 1475-2891 Night shift work and dietary behaviors: a comparative analysis of European night shift and day workers from the SHIFT2HEALTH online survey 2026 Night shift workers are more likely to exhibit unfavorable dietary behaviors than day workers. However, these differences remain insufficiently explored within the European workforce. This study aims to examine differences in dietary behaviors (food intake frequency, eating frequency) by night shift exposure (history, frequency, duration) to investigate eating frequency, meal timing, and food choice determinants during night shifts, and to explore gender differences across Europe. Data were collected via an online survey (May 2024-January 2025) in eight countries (Austria, Germany, Denmark, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain). Participants self-reported sociodemographics, occupational sector, current work schedules, shift work history, lifestyle characteristics, and dietary behaviors. A shortened Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) assessed dietary intake, alongside questions on eating rate and frequency on work and non-work-days. Current night shift workers additionally reported eating frequency, timing, and food choice determinants during night shifts. Analyses compared dietary behaviors by night shift exposure (current, former, vs. day worker). Among current night shift workers, associations with night shift frequency (nights/month) and duration (years) were examined. Secondary analyses were stratified by gender. A total of 6,260 individuals were included (mean age 40.7, SD 10.7; 50.5% female). Overall, 60.4% were current night shift workers, 19.6% former night shift workers, and 20% day workers. Compared to day workers, current night shift workers reported significantly faster eating rates (OR = 1.21, 95% CI: 1.06–1.37), more frequent intake of sugar-sweetened (OR = 1.30, 95% CI: 1.14–1.48) and caffeinated beverages (OR = 1.14, 95% CI: 1.01–1.30), and lower fruit intake (OR = 0.87, 95% CI: 0.77–0.98). Higher monthly night shift load and longer duration of night work were associated with less favorable dietary patterns. Most current night shift workers reported one to two eating occasions per night, typically at the beginning or middle of their shift. Food choices were primarily driven by appetite, time, and food availability. Gender differences were observed only in food choice determinants. Night shift and day workers in Europe showed differences in dietary behaviors, particularly in sugar-sweetened beverage intake and eating rate. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to promote healthy eating among shift working populations. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/night-shift-work-and-dietary-behaviors-a-comparative-analysis-of--2 10.1186/s12937-026-01320-y https://edepot.wur.nl/714597 https://edepot.wur.nl/714597 Diet Diet Surveys Europe Food Intake Food Preferences Night shift work https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/aad56ea2-bad0-48b0-a122-d226698a1817 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Rosa, Nina Long, John W. Klippel, Alexander Zhao, Jiayan Wallgrün, Jan Oliver Brick, Timothy R. Maksi, Sara J. Keller, Kathleen L. Cheah, Charissa S.L. Boot, Lee Edwards, Caitlyn G. Rolls, Barbara J. Masterson, Travis D. Article/Letter to editor Computers in Human Behavior Reports 22 (2026) ISSN: 2451-9588 CRAVE: Cross-Reality Analytics for Virtual Environments — deepening insights into human food selection and eating behavior 2026 Virtual reality (VR) has long been hailed as an effective tool for behavioral research studies combining experimental control with ecological validity. Two frequently used categories of behavioral studies using VR can be distinguished: behavior in VR is studied as a proxy for behavior in physical reality, or behavior change in physical reality is studied after experiencing interventions in VR. In this paper, we explore and discuss a third category: behavior in VR and behavior in physical reality are analytically combined to leverage the experiential differences between the two, and to better understand human behavior. For this approach, we coin the term cross-reality analytics , where behavior in multiple realities is observed, combined and analyzed. We place these three categories in a proposed conceptual framework, and discuss similarities and differences between cross-reality analytical studies, proxy and interventions studies. To illustrate cross-reality analytics, we also present hitherto unpublished results from a cross-reality study, analyzing food selection data collected in VR and connecting it with eating behavior data in physical reality. Results show that data on virtual food choices (e.g., virtual fruit or vegetable first) are associated with physical eating behavior (e.g., total physical food consumed), and that additional insights were gained about human behavior by analyzing unique behavior in VR (e.g., physically impossible portion size manipulation) and combining it with data from physical reality (e.g., total physical food consumed). The results illustrate the potential of cross-reality analytics for developing a deeper understanding of behavioral traits, and show promise for future behavioral research. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/crave-cross-reality-analytics-for-virtual-environments-deepening- 10.1016/j.chbr.2026.101053 https://edepot.wur.nl/714596 https://edepot.wur.nl/714596 Behavioral studies Cross-reality analytics Eating behavior Extended reality Virtual reality https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/20151302-dbac-418b-bb92-3482706e59c3 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Hidayat, Andi Rahmat Hospes, Otto Termeer, C.J.A.M. Article/Letter to editor Land Use Policy 167 (2026) ISSN: 0264-8377 Uneven recognition : A comparative study of indigenous communities’ struggle for securing customary land rights in Indonesia 2026 The struggle for customary land rights in Indonesia gained prominence following the collapse of Suharto's authoritarian regime in 1998 and the country's subsequent transition to democracy and decentralization. While these changes seized new political space to (re)claim rights over land previously appropriated by public authorities and companies, the realization of these rights has remained limited in practice. This study examines why recognition of customary land rights has succeeded in some communities but not in others by comparing three districts in Sulawesi. We identify four main findings: while various national laws have formally recognized customary land rights of adat communities, in all cases, adat communities struggled with legal fragmentation. Second, those who were able to establish close connections with influential politicians and did not face alliances of predatory interests between state and business elites were best positioned to get their adat claims recognized by local authorities. Third, the local presence of NGOs is crucial in helping the communities navigate complex government procedures, but most importantly, in cultivating and maintaining close ties with state actors. Finally, reform-oriented leadership can facilitate recognition, particularly when communities have established strong informal ties with this leader. Based on these findings, we propose several measures to enhance the prospect for recognition: simplifying bureaucratic procedures; strengthening the capacities and outreach of local NGOs to support adat communities; emphasizing the importance of developing close, informal ties by adat communities with local leaders; and reforming the electoral system to reduce politicians’ vulnerability to co-optation by extractive interests. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/uneven-recognition-a-comparative-study-of-indigenous-communities- 10.1016/j.landusepol.2026.108061 https://edepot.wur.nl/714591 https://edepot.wur.nl/714591 Customary rights, adat communities Forest Indonesia Land Recognition Struggle https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/9bed7e65-bc5e-4624-963e-bd1399522ddb 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Caylor, Kelly K. Mankin, Justin Rull, Maria Cristina Guan, Dabo Abatzoglou, John de Beurs, Kirsten Le Cozannet, Gonéri Dalin, Carole Diffenbaugh, Noah S. Kopp, Robert E. Mishra, Ashok Mishra, Vimal Puma, Michael Reed, Patrick M. Sadegh, Mojtaba Seroussi, Helene Trugman, Anna Zhang, Xin Zhao, Lei Article/Letter to editor Earth's Future 14 (2026) 4 ISSN: 2328-4277 Thank You to Our 2025 Peer Reviewers 2026 en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/thank-you-to-our-2025-peer-reviewers 10.1029/2026EF008660 https://edepot.wur.nl/714590 editorial peer review https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f98997df-57dc-41c1-ae0c-e696cc910092 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Leermakers, F.A.M. Ruiz-Martínez, L. Stoyanov, S.D. van der Gucht, J. Article/Letter to editor Journal of Physical Chemistry B 130 (2026) 14 ISSN: 1520-6106 Self-Consistent Field Analysis of Segregative Aqueous Dextran─Poly(ethylene glycol) Solutions : (3) Polymer-Induced Loop-to-Bridge and Capillary Bridge Forces 2026 When colloidal particles are added to a two-phase system such that the minority phase forms capillary bridges between the particles, then─above the percolation threshold─a strong gel is formed. We focus on an aqueous two-phase system (ATPS) composed of dextran-water-poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) with dispersed silica particles that are preferentially wetted by the minority PEG-rich phase. This ATPS is characterized by an ultralow interfacial tension between the PEG-rich and dextran-rich phases, especially when the water content (control parameter) in the phases is high. The Scheutjens-Fleer version of self-consistent field (SF-SCF) theory is used to investigate these systems. We focus on the (equilibrium) force–distance relations between the particles using a molecularly detailed model with parameters established by previous works and pay attention to the effects of particle size, the interfacial tension, the Laplace pressure, and the contact angle. The interparticle interactions appear to be strongly dominated by proximal polymer-induced loop-to-bridge attractive forces, and the capillary contributions that dominate at larger interparticle distances, are, as expected, comparatively weak. The three-gradient SCF results indicate that the pairwise additivity approximation, usually assumed in coarse-grained computer simulations, may be compromised because capillary bridges, especially when the contact angle vanishes, can easily merge. As an illustration we present a three-gradient SCF result for a capillary suspension. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/self-consistent-field-analysis-of-segregative-aqueous-dextranpoly-2 10.1021/acs.jpcb.5c08087 https://edepot.wur.nl/714586 https://edepot.wur.nl/714586 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4af146d9-ae49-4116-be8e-f15ae1deb463 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Guasconi, Daniela Pallandt, Marleen Martinović, Tijana Aleinikoviene, Jūratė Behling, Dorian Filipek, Sara Lehtonen, Aleksi Mäkipää, Raisa Ťupek, Boris Baldrian, Petr Manzoni, Stefano Article/Letter to editor Applied Soil Ecology 222 (2026) ISSN: 0929-1393 Integrating microbial community composition with abiotic drivers enhances prediction of soil respiration in managed Scots pine forests 2026 Carbon (C) turnover in forest soils is jointly controlled by abiotic factors, such as temperature, soil moisture, and soil properties, as well as microbial activity, which drive organic matter decomposition and its associated CO₂ fluxes. While microbial biomass is recognized as a predictor of soil respiration, the role of microbial community composition and diversity in shaping C dynamics under field conditions remains underrepresented in models. Here, we quantify the relative contributions of microbial biomass, taxonomic diversity, and community composition to soil heterotrophic respiration (Rh) across five managed Scots pine forests in Europe. Integrating microbial variables (fungal and bacterial PLFA, ITS and 16S sequencing) with abiotic drivers substantially improved model performance, explaining ~20% more variance in Rh than models based solely on abiotic drivers. Among microbial predictors, the fungi:bacteria ratio and bacterial community composition were consistently strong predictors of Rh. Fungal effects were modulated by soil temperature, with fungal diversity negatively and fungal biomass positively correlated with respiration at high temperatures. A structural equation model further showed that soil properties influenced Rh indirectly through their effects on microbial communities. Together, our results demonstrate that microbial community composition improves predictions of soil respiration beyond abiotic factors alone, and provide insights into how biomass, diversity, and composition interact with environmental drivers to regulate soil C cycling. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/integrating-microbial-community-composition-with-abiotic-drivers- 10.1016/j.apsoil.2026.107015 https://edepot.wur.nl/714584 https://edepot.wur.nl/714584 Bacteria Fungi Soil ecology Soil respiration https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f5ff4aef-8dd4-4bce-8774-cf266129a397 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

de Vries, Rachelle Neufingerl, Nicole Zandstra, Elizabeth H. Article/Letter to editor Future Foods 13 (2026) ISSN: 2666-8335 Pro animal-based or pro plant-based? A multi-country consumer segmentation and profiling on willingness to pay for animal-versus plant-based meat and dairy products 2026 A gradual shift from animal-based consumption toward more plant-based diets is crucial for public and planetary health. However, one practical barrier for this protein transition includes the (perceived) financial accessibility of plant-based alternatives. We further explore this tension by examining whether consumers in a large multi-country sample can be reliably distinguished based on their relative willingness to pay for animal- versus plant-based products (WTPΔ) across meat and dairy categories. We subsequently profiled emergent segments on psychographic characteristics, including their readiness to reduce animal-based consumption (i.e., behavior change stage). Participants from the USA (N = 1614), the UK (N = 1664), and the Netherlands (N = 1967) completed an online survey that measured their WTP for animal- and plant-based variants of diverse meat and dairy products. Segments were identified using a k -means algorithm on standardized WTPΔ scores across countries. Consistently among product categories, two clusters emerged: a pro animal-based cluster and a pro plant-based cluster. Pro animal-based consumers (25.2 % for meat and 19.8 % for dairy) exhibited a higher relative valuation of animal-based products (MWTPΔMeat = 1.35; MWTPΔDairy = 1.64), while pro plant-based consumers (74.8 % for meat and 80.2 % for dairy) reported a higher WTP for plant-based alternatives (MWTPΔMeat = -0.46; MWTPΔDairy = -0.41). For both categories, the pro animal-based cluster expressed a lower behavior change stage, lower intention to consume plant-based alternatives, greater perceived barriers for reducing animal-based intake, and more older and rurally-situated consumers. Our findings allude to the potential utility of tailoring behavioral interventions to emergent cluster profiles. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/pro-animal-based-or-pro-plant-based-a-multi-country-consumer-segm 10.1016/j.fufo.2026.101005 https://edepot.wur.nl/714580 https://edepot.wur.nl/714580 Behavior change Cluster analysis Consumer segmentation Protein transition Transtheoretical model Willingness to pay https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/78abd098-7aad-424b-9cfe-33ebd9d6b8ee 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Nugroho, Aryo D. Chin, Yi Ling Fischer, Lara F. Boom, Remko M. Keppler, Julia K. Article/Letter to editor Future Foods 13 (2026) ISSN: 2666-8335 Simple downstream processing: Purification of precision-fermented β-lactoglobulin from yeast by Alginate precipitation and Its effect on gelation 2026 Precision fermentation using Komagataella phaffii enables the production of yeast-derived recombinant β-lactoglobulin (rBLG), without the ethical concerns associated with cow’s milk production. However, more cost-effective downstream processing strategies are needed than the conventional chromatographic purification. Alginate has been shown to facilitate the separation of rBLG from impurities through complex coacervation, exploiting electrostatic interactions between alginate and protein at low pH to enable rBLG isolation. As alginate is widely used in foods as a stabilising and gelling agent, its complete removal from the target protein may not be necessary. Optimal protein precipitation was achieved at pH 3 with an alginate-to-protein molar ratio of 0.05:1, resulting in a protein recovery of 95.3 %. Complete removal of alginate proved challenging; following the alginate removal step, a final protein purity of 87 % was achieved, with 13 % residual alginate. In contrast, when alginate was retained, the protein fraction had a purity of 74.5 %, with 25.5 % alginate. Gelation tests confirmed that unpurified rBLG at 28 % protein cannot gel, whereas rBLG purified with alginate resulted in an earlier onset of gelation (23–29 min) and a higher final strength (1–3 kPa) compared to the reference, although the gel remained relatively brittle (with a critical strain of 1–1.5 %). This study highlights alginate coacervation as a viable approach for rBLG purification and suggests that retaining residual alginate may be advantageous for tailoring functionality to specific end-use applications. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/simple-downstream-processing-purification-of-precision-fermented- 10.1016/j.fufo.2026.101003 https://edepot.wur.nl/714578 https://edepot.wur.nl/714578 Cellular agriculture Complex coacervation Fractionation Milk protein Pichia pastoris Protein gel https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/df6d08b4-cb56-400f-8037-3de0779ad180 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Wei, Wei Sun, Congcong Wu, Lin Lan, Jianglin Article/Letter to editor Computers and Electronics in Agriculture 248 (2026) ISSN: 0168-1699 Multi-objective hierarchical reinforcement learning for efficient and safe robotic manure cleaning in dairy barns 2026 Autonomous mobile robots for manure removal in dairy barns must resolve conflicting objectives of cleaning efficiency, environmental impact, and animal welfare under highly cluttered and dynamic barn conditions. We introduce a Multi-Objective Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning (MO-HRL) framework that integrates a Global Evolutionary Scheduler (GES) for long-horizon cleaning task planning with an Adaptive RL-based Executor (ARE) for real-time, risk-aware robot motion control. The GES solves a multi-objective optimization problem over the robot's travel distance, ammonia emissions, and cleaning yield via an evolutionary algorithm. The ARE employs a constrained Markov decision process enriched with historical high-loss weighting, adaptive action masking, and a final execution shield to guarantee smooth, non-injurious contacts with cows. In Webots simulations across three barn layouts (with ten, twenty, and thirty free-roaming cows, respectively), MO-HRL maintains high task completion (≥93.03%) with low comfort-distance violations (≤6.67%), achieves a peak throughput of 1.98kg/min, and shortens completion time by up to 6× versus PPO (up to 8× in Small). Ammonia emission reduction reaches up to 0.144 kgm−3. These results indicate that hierarchical, risk-aware RL can translate long-horizon scheduling and real-time safety constraints into tangible gains for rapid, safe, and sustainable barn sanitation. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/multi-objective-hierarchical-reinforcement-learning-for-efficient 10.1016/j.compag.2026.111749 https://edepot.wur.nl/714576 https://edepot.wur.nl/714576 Animal welfare Dairy barn Manure cleaning Mobile robots Reinforcement learning https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/da452cd6-517f-48c6-bf73-594664e36d1a 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Mukhopadhyay, Anirban Pramanick, Niloy Acharyya, Rituparna Loc, Ho Huu Hati, Jyoti Prakash Pramanik, Malay Chanda, Abhra Bharadwaz, Ganni S.V.S.A. Szatten, Dawid Habel, Michal Article/Letter to editor Climate Services 42 (2026) ISSN: 2405-8807 Multidimensional vulnerability and risk analysis of the Andaman coast of Thailand : A coupled model-based approach 2026 This study aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of vulnerability and risk to populations and critical infrastructure along the Andaman coast of Thailand, an area highly susceptible to coastal hazards. We combined the Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Trade-Offs (InVEST) Coastal Vulnerability Model (CVM) and the Digital Shoreline Assessment System (DSAS), further utilising an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) to integrate and analyse diverse variables. The analysis considered shoreline change rates, erosion-accretion dynamics, regional sea-level rise projections, flooding and inundation patterns, tsunami surge probabilities, cyclone trajectories, and socioeconomic factors, including population density and the distribution of critical infrastructure. InVEST CVM incorporated indices such as wave exposure, geomorphology, and natural habitats, while DSAS provided long-term shoreline change data. Vulnerability was quantified by integrating model outputs into the ANN, accounting for exposure, hazard, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity. Risk was calculated by combining vulnerability with the spatial distribution of population and infrastructure. Results reveal that approximately 35% of the coastline is classified as highly vulnerable (particularly the outward-facing shores in Phang Nga, Ranong, Krabi, and Satun), with erosion rates exceeding –9.8 m per year in certain zones. In contrast, the highest risk is concentrated in densely populated areas, particularly Phuket, having risk scores above 0.8 (on a scale of 0 to 1). Less-populated but highly vulnerable regions could become high-risk zones in the future due to development. The study underscores the importance of early, targeted interventions and integrated planning to strengthen the resilience of Thailand's Andaman coastline amid growing climate-related hazards. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/multidimensional-vulnerability-and-risk-analysis-of-the-andaman-c 10.1016/j.cliser.2026.100660 https://edepot.wur.nl/714572 https://edepot.wur.nl/714572 Coastal erosion Coastal flooding Critical infrastructure Cyclone trajectory Population risk Regional sea level rise https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/028bf35c-28a7-4e4d-849e-5aed48b36ef7 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Gupta, Suyash Geurkink, Bert de Rink, Rieks Plugge, Caroline M. Muyzer, Gerard Article/Letter to editor Journal of applied microbiology 137 (2026) 4 ISSN: 1364-5072 Enhanced activity and tolerance of sulfide-oxidizing bacteria in a dual reactor haloalkaline biodesulfurization system 2026 Abstract Aims Studies on haloalkaline biodesulfurization (BD) systems have depicted the process efficiency and active microbial community. This paper aims to unravel the functional potential of BD system’s microbial community by investigating its metabolic potential through molecular and kinetic approaches. Methods and results Biomass from all sections of a pilot dual-reactor BD system from six different operations was analyzed using kinetic, molecular, and genomic approaches. For kinetic analyses, at the end of six runs, biological oxidation (BO) rates of sulfide (0.1-2 mmol L−1), thiosulfate (0.1 to 32 mmol L−1), and biologically formed sulfur in the BD system (bio-sulfur) (5 mmol L−1) were measured. Highest BO rates were ∼0.38 µmol O2 mgN−1 sec−1 for sulfide at 1 mmol L−1-S HS− for the run with 0.9 g L−1 sulfide and 10 min HRT (hydraulic retention time) in anoxic reactor and 0.064 µmol O2 mgN−1 sec−1 at 2 mmol L−1 S2O32−-S, for the run with 0.5 0.9 g L−1 sulfide and 10 min HRT in anoxic reactor, cDNA-based qPCR of sqr and fccB genes revealed association with sulfide oxidation efficiency and element sulfur formation. Function predictions via R-based functional prediction tool Tax4Fun2 indicated a truncated Sox pathway of thiosulfate oxidation. Conclusions Higher sulfide concentrations boosted biological activity and increased tolerance within the active BD microbiome. Both FccAB and Sqr were prevalent, indicating their essential roles in sulfide oxidation. The predicted truncated Sox system suggests thiosulfate dismutation to sulfate and elemental sulfur. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/enhanced-activity-and-tolerance-of-sulfide-oxidizing-bacteria-in- 10.1093/jambio/lxag082 https://edepot.wur.nl/714571 https://edepot.wur.nl/714571 Fcc Sox system Sqr biological sulfide oxidation functional qPCR sulfide tolerance thiosulfate dismutation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/65fc5368-93a1-4fa1-be19-7ff2e7ff2d81 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Teickner, Henning Agethen, Svenja Berger, Sina Boelsen, Rieke Inga Borken, Werner Bragazza, Luca Broder, Tanja De La Cruz, Florentino B. Diaconu, Andrei Cosmin Dise, Nancy B. Drollinger, Simon Estop-Aragonés, Cristian Gałka, Mariusz Martí, Magalí Glatzel, Stephan Groß, Jessica Harris, Lorna Heffernan, Liam Hodgkins, Suzanne B. Hömberg-Grandjean, Annkathrin Hoppe, Helga Kleinebecker, Till Knierzinger, Wolfgang Liu, Haojie Mathijssen, Paul Mollmann, Christopher Schuster, Wiebke Närtker, Lisa Olefeldt, David Pancotto, Verónica Pelletier, Nicolas Reuter, Hendrik Robroek, Bjorn Svensson, Bo H. Talbot, Julie Thompson, Lauren Worrall, Fred Yu, Zhi Guo Knorr, Klaus Holger Article/Letter to editor Scientific Data 13 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2052-4463 Peatland Mid-Infrared Database 2026 Systematic collections of peat mid-infrared spectra and other peat properties are scarce, but useful to understand peat chemistry and develop spectral prediction models. The Peatland Mid-Infrared Database ('pmird') stores 3877 mid-infrared spectra of peat, peat-forming vegetation, and dissolved organic matter, together with measurements of other peat properties that were collated from previous studies. Most of the peat samples are from northern bogs, whereas southern or tropical peat and fen peat is underrepresented. The data are supplemented with metadata on sample origin, sample processing, measurements, and quality indicators on whether spectra are baseline corrected or not and on the relative contribution of water vapor, carbon dioxide, and noise to the spectra. The 'pmird' database can be used to analyze peat properties, develop and test spectral prediction models, and develop data and metadata standards. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/peatland-mid-infrared-database 10.1038/s41597-026-06986-x https://edepot.wur.nl/714570 https://edepot.wur.nl/714570 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e34f36d7-15dc-4f47-9fe5-a3ec97a2558c 2026-04-22

Dong, Yu Zhang, Lina Fan, Youpeng Long, Mengfei Hettinga, Kasper Zhou, Peng Article/Letter to editor Food Bioscience 79 (2026) ISSN: 2212-4292 Structural contributors to digestibility : How N-glycosylation modulates the proteolytic fate of human and bovine milk lactoferrin during in-vitro infant digestion 2026 This study explored how N-glycosylation influences the resistance of human lactoferrin (HLF) and bovine lactoferrin (BLF) to digestion during simulated infant gastrointestinal conditions. Native and deglycosylated lactoferrins were subjected to in vitro simulated infant gastrointestinal digestion, followed by structural and biochemical analyses. The results showed that natural HLF retained approximately 24.5% intact protein at I10 min, whereas BLF was almost completely degraded (<5%). The degree of hydrolysis at I10 min was significantly lower for HLF (19.1%) than BLF (34.2%) (P < 0.05). Deglycosylation accelerated proteolysis by 1.23-fold at I10 min for HLF and 1.20-fold at I5 min for BLF (P < 0.05), without altering secondary structure, but associated with premature tertiary unfolding (fluorescence red-shift ∼6 nm) and increased surface electronegativity at I5 min (ζ-potential: −21.1 vs −16.8 mV, P < 0.05). Molecular docking suggested glycan shielding may reduce enzyme binding by 0.3–2.1 kcal/mol. Glycoproteomic analysis identified the intact glycopeptide harboring Asn138-glycan adjacent to a trypsin cleavage site. These results indicated that N-glycans may confer resistance by sterically shielding proteolytic cleavage sites and modulating surface charge. The complex sialylated glycans of HLF were associated with greater resistance compared to the simpler oligomannose structures of BLF. These findings suggest N-glycosylation as an important structural contributor of lactoferrin digestibility and offer insights for designing glycoengineered lactoferrin for infant nutrition. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/structural-contributors-to-digestibility-how-n-glycosylation-modu 10.1016/j.fbio.2026.108837 https://edepot.wur.nl/714569 Infant digestion model Lactoferrin N-glycosylation Structure–function relationship Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/77412541-206b-49fd-82c0-a437a39fd5af 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Yi, Qianying Hempel, Sabrina Janke, David Wang, Xiaoshuai Zhang, Guoqiang Aarnink, André J.A. Amon, Barbara Amon, Thomas Article/Letter to editor Results in Engineering 30 (2026) ISSN: 2590-1230 Influence of barn design on airflow and airborne pollutant dispersion in a naturally ventilated pig barn with an outdoor yard 2026 The environmental impact and potential public health impacts of naturally ventilated pig barns with outdoor exercise yards are less well studied compared to conventional intensive housing systems. The aim of this paper was to investigate the characteristics of airflow and gaseous emissions from an outdoor exercise yard in a naturally ventilated pig barn, and the impact of the barn emissions on the surrounding environment. The investigations were carried out using a 1:50 scaled pig barn model with different inlet opening sizes and roof structures in a large atmospheric boundary layer wind tunnel. Air velocities at the emission active surface, as well as air velocities and tracer gas concentrations at four planes downwind of the barn model were measured using a 2-dimensional Laser Doppler Anemometer and a Fast Response Flame Ionisation Detector system. It was found that the opening size and roof structure had a large impact on the airflow patterns and thus on the gas dispersion. The airflow measurement results demonstrated that the pig barn with small openings especially those without roof over the outdoor yard might have less environmental impact on the surroundings. This study contributed to a detailed understanding of airflow and dispersion characteristics downwind the pig barn and provided insights for structural design of similar pig barns aiming to mitigate their environmental impacts. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/influence-of-barn-design-on-airflow-and-airborne-pollutant-disper 10.1016/j.rineng.2026.110458 https://edepot.wur.nl/714568 https://edepot.wur.nl/714568 Gas distribution Mass flux Opening size Roof slope https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/645d12ce-2213-41a2-8288-b33187115e55 2026-04-22

Everett, K.R. Alkan, N. Lennox, C.L. Wenneker, M. Burlakoti, R.R. Scheper, R.W.A. Aćimović, S.G. Adora, D. Aragón, L. Svecova, E. Baldassarre Bannister, M. Bernasconi, A. Bhatia, S. Block, I. Børve, J. Casas, A. Chillet, M. Dann, E.K. Derrick, G. Droby, S. van Dyk, M. Faust, J. Rebeaud, S. Gabioud Guizzardi, M. Henriquez, J.L. Kabir, S. Kandel, S. Karaoglanidis, G.S. Kilmister, R. Khodadadi, F. Licheter, A. Lo, P.H. Ludman-Mihaly, K. Marinkovich, D. Mkhwanazi, G. Makhathini Meitz-Hopkins, J.C. van Niekerk, J.M. Nokdy, I. Palou, L. Parra, J. Parton, G. Peter, K. Pushparajah, S. Plooy, W. du Rivera, S. Romanazzi, G. Shiraz, F.R. Testempasis, S. Tomingas, K. de Villiers, C. Xu, X. Article/Letter to editor Acta Horticulturae 1451 (2026) ISSN: 0567-7572 Reducing fungicides : spray-free orchards 2026 A workshop was held during the VII International Symposium on Postharvest Pathology (held in conjunction with the IX International Postharvest Symposium and the X International Symposium on Human Health Effects of Fruit and Vegetables) to discuss reducing fungicides in orchards for controlling postharvest diseases. This article summarizes the discussion that was guided by four convenors (Burlakoti, Wenneker, Lennox, Alkan), stimulated by the two organizers (Scheper, Everett), and contributed to by 45 workshop participants. Alternative treatments and procedures discussed included the importance of an elucidated disease cycle and knowledge of pathogen biology to target control strategies. Also discussed were novel/unconventional controls such as inducing a defense response or RNA interference, biocontrol including new knowledge of the microbiome, manipulation of the environment and physical treatments. Given the complexity of fruit decay and pathogen resistance processes, a combination of treatments is likely to be the best solution. For instance, combining physical treatments like UV-C exposure with biological priming or chemical agents could result in synergistic effects that enhance resistance more effectively than any single treatment alone. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/reducing-fungicides-spray-free-orchards 10.17660/ActaHortic.2026.1451.27 https://edepot.wur.nl/714557 biological control diagnostics disease cycles microbiome non-fungicidal novel technologies pathogen biology Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/ae3a8615-84a3-49cf-a703-683e5f78eb24 2026-04-21

Augustijn, Max Other Droogte: voorkomen en genezen, maar hoe? 2026 application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/droogte-voorkomen-en-genezen-maar-hoe https://edepot.wur.nl/714226 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/6f1496a3-5f29-43c4-93aa-1c30a5094244 2026-04-21

Stoffers, Twan Other Meer geulen, minder erosie, meer vis 2026 application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/meer-geulen-minder-erosie-meer-vis https://edepot.wur.nl/714202 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/b6b98a27-040a-4592-86a9-d6b8c6a272a0 2026-04-21

van Rijssel, Jacco Other Waarom de terugkeer van de zalm in de Rijn maar niet lukt : H2O-podcast De Toekomst van Ons Water 2026 application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/waarom-de-terugkeer-van-de-zalm-in-de-rijn-maar-niet-lukt-h2o-pod https://edepot.wur.nl/709731 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f8b92e09-9756-4aec-b710-09c93d4b05e7 2026-04-21 edurep

Geleijnse, Marianne Other Waarom zijn peulvruchten gezond? 5 vragen over peulvruchten 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/waarom-zijn-peulvruchten-gezond-5-vragen-over-peulvruchten https://edepot.wur.nl/714345 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7b7a5bf4-288c-486c-9b6b-580524d13f99 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Nieuwland, M. Acierno, V. Article/Letter to editor Voedingsindustrie : vakblad 33 (2026) 3 ISSN: 2213-5758 Eiwitingrediënten uit erwt en tuinboon: verbeterd product door ingrediënten te toasten 2026 Veganistische alternatieven maken voor vlees en zuivel is niet makkelijk. Een grote uitdaging is om gangbare ingrediënten als bonen en granen te laten smaken naar iets wat ze niet zijn: vlees, kaas of melk. Ook de textuur en het mondgevoel moeten lijken op een dierlijke tegenhanger. Wageningen Food & Biobased Research (onderdeel van Wageningen University & Research, WUR) onderzoekt of het mogelijk is een product van boon en erwt te maken met minder off-flavours en behoud van functionaliteit. nl application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/eiwitingrediënten-uit-erwt-en-tuinboon-verbeterd-product-door-ing-2 https://edepot.wur.nl/714220 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d1648b25-a355-4b94-a754-71934c21085f 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Savonije, W.M. Savonije, L. Article/Letter to editor H2O online (2026) Waterkwaliteit op de kaart: op zoek naar impact buiten de watersector 2026 ‘Waterkwaliteit staat op de kaart binnen onze bubbel, maar nog niet daarbuiten.’ Met deze scherpe observatie zette keynote spreker Sander Mager direct de toon tijdens het 8e Waterkwaliteit op de Kaart (WOK) Symposium. Want hoewel kennis, data en aandacht voor waterkwaliteit de afgelopen jaren sterk zijn toegenomen, blijft de vraag knagen: waarom vertaalt dit zich nog onvoldoende naar zichtbare verbetering in de praktijk? nl text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/waterkwaliteit-op-de-kaart-op-zoek-naar-impact-buiten-de-watersec https://edepot.wur.nl/714457 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8210427a-f84c-48af-b39b-9f2521276fe2 2026-04-21 edurep

Leiss, Kirsten Barbagli, Tommaso Other Positief effect lagere nitraatgift op productie en vatbaarheid ziekten : "Kijk naar voedingsstoffen in blad, niet in drainwater" : circulaire teelt & substraat 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/positief-effect-lagere-nitraatgift-op-productie-en-vatbaarheid-zi https://edepot.wur.nl/714526 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/83fa4487-8bb4-4be9-93ec-b19db8e71c00 2026-04-21 edurep

Bac-Molenaar, Johanna Meisner, Annelein Other Bijmengen compost in substraat geeft meer weerbaarheid tegen Phytophthora : afvalproduct kan mogelijk als grondstof dienen 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/bijmengen-compost-in-substraat-geeft-meer-weerbaarheid-tegen-phyt https://edepot.wur.nl/712850 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/39809bf5-6b91-4d10-aaf0-aaeba32172a3 2026-04-21 edurep

Kempkes, Frank van Hoogdalem, Mark Other Gerbera's zonder gas telen is mogelijk met weinig water en nutriënten lozen : WUR doet in KAS 2030 onderzoek naar emissieloze teelt : telen zonder gas 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/gerberas-zonder-gas-telen-is-mogelijk-met-weinig-water-en-nutriën https://edepot.wur.nl/712846 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8d1c7222-33d9-4336-9f86-4ab215806cb2 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Renzetti, Stefano Siccama, Joanne Timmermans, Rian Woudstra, Rimmer Nederhoff, Louise Groot, Masja Nierop Article/Letter to editor Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies 111 (2026) ISSN: 1466-8564 Heat-load–guided microbial decontamination of wheat flour and grains: Balancing safety and baking performance across vacuum steam, microwave, and radio-frequency treatments 2026 Wheat flour is microbiologically stable due to low aw, but pathogens like Salmonella and Shiga toxin–producing Escherichia coli can persist, posing risks in products lacking adequate heat treatment. Conventional high-temperature processing is unsuitable, because it impairs flour functionality for baking. This study compared the effectiveness of three thermal technologies, vacuum steam (VS), microwave (MW), and radio frequency (RF), for microbial inactivation in wheat grain and flour, while assessing impacts on flour functionality. Enterococcus faecium NRRL B-2354, a surrogate for Salmonella, was used to evaluate microbial reduction. Treatments were conducted at temperatures from 55 °C to 95 °C with holding times of 5–13 min. Heat loads (HL) calculated from measured temperature-time profiles during treatments were used to compare effects across technologies. Flour functionality was evaluated based on free sulfhydryl group (free-SH) content, pasting properties, starch gelatinization behaviour, and bread volume. HL ≤ 11 k°C·s enabled to achieve 3–6 log reduction of E. faecium in flour compared to 1–2.5 in grain, with VS showing generally higher reductions for similar HL compared to MW and RF. Flour functionality (i.e. free-SH, pasting properties and bread volume) were also a function of the applied HL, with gluten aggregation being the main mechanism. Overall, HL emerged as a valuable metric to compare effects of the different technologies and temperature-time conditions. This result allowed to identify heat load conditions to achieve 3–6 log reduction of E. faecium, while preserving flour functionality. Low temperatures (i.e. 55–65 °C) applied for few minutes emerged as promising treatment conditions across technologies. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/heat-loadguided-microbial-decontamination-of-wheat-flour-and-grai 10.1016/j.ifset.2026.104586 https://edepot.wur.nl/714532 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e750d665-b52c-46ec-8dc7-2925dbe557ab 2026-04-21 edurep

Kon, Johan Other Seizoensopslag kan belangrijke bijdrage leveren aan gasloos telen in 2040 : onderzoek haalbaarheid /effect Midden Temperatuur Opslag : telen zonder gas 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/seizoensopslag-kan-belangrijke-bijdrage-leveren-aan-gasloos-telen https://edepot.wur.nl/712845 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/91a4bb4b-f9b4-4e51-94d1-cca0f51c3eab 2026-04-21 edurep

Hemming, Silke Oudshoorn, Bas Katzin, David Other Tot 30% energiebesparing mogelijk met low-e scherm én met aluminium scherm : resultaat na eerste testjaar in paprika : telen zonder gas 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/tot-30-energiebesparing-mogelijk-met-low-e-scherm-én-met-aluminiu https://edepot.wur.nl/712842 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/141c98e8-8b6f-47bd-8d5c-0e4cc71b4112 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Andersson, Erik Enqvist, Johan Tengö, Maria Aaltonen, Valtteri Article/Letter to editor Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability 80 (2026) ISSN: 1877-3435 Transforming the nature of cities — stewardship and more-than-human agency 2026 ‘Stewardship’ is widely promoted as a potentially transformative practice to foster more sustainable human-nature relationships. However, much of the evidence relates to collaborative, consensus-based initiatives where the cared-for nature, like gardens or parks, is domesticated or considered to be aligned with human norms and interests. This article uses cities and their complex and often contested nature(s) to investigate how the conceptualization of stewardship could be expanded to better address how to work with, and benefit from, plurality and tensions. Drawing on and synthesizing the recent advances and insights into stewardship and more-than-human agency and entanglements, the article takes a relational perspective on stewardship in recognition of agency in others, people as well as non-humans, and ways of living with tensions between these different actors and agencies. The study concludes with a discussion about stewardship as a compass for relating to others and finding acceptable and constructive ways of working with and around differences to make cities more livable for all their current and future inhabitants. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/transforming-the-nature-of-cities-stewardship-and-more-than-human 10.1016/j.cosust.2026.101628 https://edepot.wur.nl/714530 https://edepot.wur.nl/714530 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d6532062-c92b-4f37-abba-4c4145063dde 2026-04-21 edurep

le Hesran, Sophie Leman, Ada Other Met bankerplanten staat "standing army" van natuurlijke vijanden altijd paraat : vroegtijdig populatie natuurlijke vijanden opbouwen 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/met-bankerplanten-staat-standing-army-van-natuurlijke-vijanden-al https://edepot.wur.nl/710025 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/5ca4aafa-468a-4ddb-93f7-d3f875ee15bd 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Remling, Elise Mert, Ayşem Behagel, Jelle Glynos, Jason Feine, Julia Article/Letter to editor Earth System Governance 28 (2026) ISSN: 2589-8116 Ecopolitical catatonia : How political fantasies sustain inaction in global environmental politics 2026 en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/ecopolitical-catatonia-how-political-fantasies-sustain-inaction-i 10.1016/j.esg.2026.100330 https://edepot.wur.nl/714528 https://edepot.wur.nl/714528 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/2221e37c-58fb-4a1d-a2e3-31e9ab2415f9 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Tian, Xuemeng de Bruin, Sytze Schneider, Florian Herold, Martin de Beurs, Kirsten Article/Letter to editor Global Change Biology 32 (2026) 4 ISSN: 1354-1013 Modeling Soil Organic Carbon Changes Using Signal-To-Noise Analysis : A Case Study Using European Soil Survey Datasets 2026 Soil organic carbon (SOC) is a key indicator of soil health and a crucial component of climate mitigation, making its reliable monitoring increasingly important. While Digital Soil Mapping (DSM) based on Machine Learning and Earth Observation (EO) data enables the generation of time series of spatially explicit SOC predictions, detecting temporal changes from these model predictions remains challenging due to the relatively large associated uncertainties. Although prediction uncertainties are now commonly reported, few studies have explicitly accounted for them when assessing SOC change. This study introduces a model-based signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) framework to assess the detectability of SOC change using both the state-first approach—modeling SOC states at each time point and then deriving change—and the change-first approach—modeling SOC change directly from repeated measurements. SNR is defined as the ratio of predicted SOC (concentration, g/kg) change to its modeled uncertainty, enabling evaluation of change-model reliability at pixel levels. Applied to repeated SOC observations from the pan-European Land Use and Coverage Area Frame Survey, this framework assesses the reliability of SOC change modeling across multiple land-cover types using Random Forest and Quantile Regression Forests. At the site level, prediction accuracy was poor and SNR values were consistently low. An illustrative aggregation analysis showed that spatial averaging improved SNR, supporting SOC change assessments at broader scales. However, further work is needed to incorporate land use and management information and to systematically examine how different aggregation schemes affect the results in various contexts, ensuring that aggregated outcomes remain meaningful and policy-relevant. As an internal metric based on model predictions and their estimated uncertainty, SNR provides a practical diagnostic of change-model confidence, especially when repeated ground-truth SOC measurements are not available. We advocate for routine SNR reporting to enhance the transparency and credibility of DSM-based SOC change monitoring. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/modeling-soil-organic-carbon-changes-using-signal-to-noise-analys 10.1111/gcb.70813 https://edepot.wur.nl/714521 https://edepot.wur.nl/714521 change detection digital soil mapping machine learning signal-to-noise ratio soil organic carbon https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1db2a382-f54c-4110-923c-e1fc9dfdd38a 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public dataset

Kalumbilo, Mubonda Mwaba, Mukuka Banda, Agripina Chuba, David van Mastrigt, Oscar Schoustra, Sijmen E. Smid, Eddy J. De Deyn, Gerlinde Dataset Data supporting the publication: How plant species origin, identity and cereal type shape the microbial composition and functional properties of Munkoyo, a traditional fermented beverage 2026 This dataset supports a study on the microbial and functional diversity of Munkoyo, a traditional non-alcoholic fermented cereal beverage widely consumed in Zambia and neighbouring countries. Munkoyo is produced through spontaneous fermentation of cooked cereals inoculated with roots from specific wild plant species, locally referred to as “Munkoyo plants.” The dataset comprises three complementary experiments designed to evaluate the effects of (i) plant species identity, (ii) geographic origin, and (iii) cereal substrate (maize or sorghum) on bacterial community composition and functional properties of the beverage.Results show that Munkoyo produced using roots from different co-occurring plant species exhibits distinct fermentation dynamics. Final pH values after 72 hours ranged from 3.5 to 4.5, with Rhynchosia insignis-derived beverages showing the lowest pH, while Eminia holubii-derived Munkoyo exhibited faster acidification, reaching minimum pH within 24 hours. In addition, primary metabolite profiles, aroma composition, and bacterial community structure differed significantly between these plant species. Geographic origin effects were assessed using R. insignis roots collected from three districts. The origin significantly influenced titratable acidity, aroma profiles, and bacterial community composition, indicating strong terroir effects.Cereal substrate (maize versus sorghum) did not significantly affect final pH but did influence bacterial community composition.Overall, the dataset demonstrates that plant species identity, geographic origin, and substrate type are key drivers of microbial community assembly and functional characteristics in Munkoyo fermentation. These findings contribute to understanding the role of indigenous microbial resources in traditional fermentation systems and support future efforts in product standardisation and valorisation. Wageningen University & Research text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/datasets/data-supporting-the-publication-how-plant-species-origin-identity 10.4121/1d03823f-22fa-47b2-b060-e057d878992a https://edepot.wur.nl/714520 Biological sciences Munkoyo bacterial microbiome fermented cereal beverage plant root endosphere Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/21d7635a-7726-4051-a42d-8a4665966c1d 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Beraldo, Claudia Bagchus, Cleo Verhoeven, Dana Bellan, Alessandra Gerotto, Caterina Wientjes, Emilie van Amerongen, Herbert Morosinotto, Tomas Alboresi, Alessandro Article/Letter to editor New Phytologist (2026) ISSN: 0028-646X Functional divergence of LhcSR and PsbS in zeaxanthin-mediated non-photochemical quenching 2026 To protect photosystem II from excess light, non-photochemical quenching (NPQ) dissipates excess energy as heat. NPQ relies on trigger proteins, LhcSR in algae and PsbS in vascular plants, and the light-regulated xanthophyll cycle, which interconverts violaxanthin and zeaxanthin through the opposite activities of violaxanthin de-epoxidase and zeaxanthin epoxidase (ZEP). Despite extensive research, the molecular mechanisms and the differences in NPQ triggers across lineages remain unclear. In this study, we used the moss Physcomitrium patens, an evolutionary intermediate possessing both LhcSR and PsbS, to dissect their contributions to zeaxanthin-mediated quenching by the application of in vivo fast spectroscopy analysis. In the zep knockout (KO) mutant, constitutive zeaxanthin accumulation poises the photosynthetic apparatus in a pre-quenched state even in the dark, resulting in sustained NPQ upon illumination. Multiple zep KO mutants reveal that this constitutive zeaxanthin-driven quenching is mediated by LhcSR, while PsbS-dependent quenching is strictly light-activated. Our findings show that the two NPQ triggers, PsbS and LhcSR, have distinct molecular mechanisms suggesting that the evolutionary shift toward PsbS dominance in vascular plants reflects the need for tighter and more energy-efficient photoprotection. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/functional-divergence-of-lhcsr-and-psbs-in-zeaxanthin-mediated-no 10.1111/nph.71176 https://edepot.wur.nl/714519 https://edepot.wur.nl/714519 non-photochemical quenching photoprotection photosynthesis xanthophyll cycle zeaxanthin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f33162e1-03b3-432a-bd62-08e03cec3763 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Duives, Dorine C. Wang, Xinyi Sparnaaij, Martijn Bosch, Quirine ten Article/Letter to editor Transportation Research Record (2026) ISSN: 0361-1981 SARS-CoV-2 Spread and Infection Risk in Public Transit Scenes: Simulation Study Featuring a Hybrid Crowd Dynamics and Disease Spreading Modek 2026 Two years ago, a new virus named Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome CoronaVirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) emerged. In the ensuing race to contain the virus, many non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) have been introduced. Yet questions like “What is the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection in a particular scenario?” and “Which NPIs limit virus transmission most effectively?” remain. Crowd and epidemiological simulation models can help formulate an answer to these questions. This paper studies virus spread and infection risk using a newly developed hybrid virus spread model PeDViS (Pedestrian Dynamics–Virus Spread model), which links an existing validated crowd movement dynamics model (NOMAD) with a new virus spread model (QVEmod). In particular, five common public transit scenarios are simulated: walking through a corridor, buying a ticket, moving through the ticket gates, waiting at a platform, and traveling by train. The relative impact of four variables (i.e., demand, waiting time, facial masks, and ventilation) was studied. This study illustrates that PeDViS can provide comprehensive insights into virus spread and the relative differences in infection risk. Furthermore, it corroborates the impacts featured in literature for all public transit scenarios. That is, ventilation and facial masks limit the probability of infecting other individuals. Moreover, waiting time and higher demand levels increase the probability of infecting other travelers. Second, especially large impacts of the NPIs facial masks and ventilation are found for the more “dangerous” scenarios; that is, long queues, delays, or waiting times coincide with high demands and crowd densities. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/sars-cov-2-spread-and-infection-risk-in-public-transit-scenes-sim 10.1177/03611981261429477 https://edepot.wur.nl/714518 https://edepot.wur.nl/714518 NPIs SARS-CoV-2 epidemiology pedestrian movement dynamics modeling public transit virus spread modeling https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/941c019a-e69a-4842-91e2-340ede3616f3 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Hulst, A.D. Pong-Wong, R. Doeschl-Wilson, A. De Jong, M.C.M. Bijma, P. Article/Letter to editor Journal of Animal Breeding and Genetics (2026) ISSN: 0931-2668 Estimation of Genetic Variance and Breeding Values for Infectious Disease Susceptibility From Simulated Longitudinal Data Using Generalized Linear Mixed Models Based on Transmission Dynamics 2026 Recent theoretical work shows that the potential of genetic selection to reduce the prevalence of infectious diseases is much larger than expected from classical quantitative genetic theory, due to indirect genetic effects that arise in the transmission process. However, to fully benefit from these indirect effects, we need to estimate genetic parameters and breeding values, which requires statistical methods tailored to the transmission process. Here, we evaluate Generalized-Linear-Mixed Models (GLMMs) implemented using software commonly used in animal breeding to estimate genetic parameters and breeding values for susceptibility of hosts to infection, using simulated data of epidemics. Longitudinal records of individuals' infection state provide information on the order of infection, as well as on the exposure dose of non-infected animals. Such information can be harnessed to estimate genetic parameters for susceptibility, and can be included in a GLMM as a so-called offset. Therefore, we used longitudinal records of individual infection state to assess the impact of sampling interval, population structure, infection characteristics, and model formulation on the estimated genetic variance and breeding values for susceptibility. The results show that a GLMM fitted to longitudinal records of individual binary infection state can produce accurate and unbiased estimates of genetic variance, as well as good prediction accuracies of breeding values for susceptibility to an infectious disease. Of the data requirements, the time interval between consecutive observations on individual infection state was the main factor affecting estimation, while group size had a limited effect. The required observation interval depends on the infection and recovery rates of individuals. The GLMM thus seems an accurate and easily implementable model to estimate genetic parameters and breeding values for susceptibility when dense longitudinal records on individual infection status are available. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/estimation-of-genetic-variance-and-breeding-values-for-infectious 10.1111/jbg.70049 https://edepot.wur.nl/714516 https://edepot.wur.nl/714516 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/0eceb135-c24c-4e0a-8082-6ac9bf842e86 2026-04-22

Ma, Xingfa Sagis, L.M.C. Habibi, M. Doctoral thesis Tuning interfacial properties and functionalities of lupin protein-pectin complexes by particle size and morphological features : Role of 2D interfacial rheology in affecting functionality and 3D bulk rheology 2026 Lupin protein-polysaccharide complexes show great potential to improve interfacial properties and functionality of lupin proteins at acidic pH. These complexes form different structures with different sizes and morphologies, which could greatly affect their interfacial properties and functionality. It is therefore necessary to identify how these different structures (i.e., sizes and morphology) could affect the stabilization of interfaces and colloidal systems (e.g., foams and emulsions). In this thesis, we systematically studied the interfacial behavior and functionality of lupin protein-polysaccharide complexes with different sizes and morphologies. We found correlations between 2D interfacial rheology and 3D bulk rheology of these systems which help to better understand their functionality for stabilizing foams and emulsions.This thesis demonstrates the role of particle size and morphological features of lupin protein-polysaccharide complexes in stabilizing colloidal systems, such as foams and emulsions. We can tune interfacial properties and functionality of the complexes by modifying the particle size and morphological features of complexes by choosing different polysaccharides and mixing ratios. Findings from this thesis could help to design stable acidic colloidal food systems based on plant proteins, such as yogurt, mayonnaises, mousses, and acidic beverages that can answer the current need for more sustainable food design. en Wageningen University application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/tuning-interfacial-properties-and-functionalities-of-lupin-protei 10.18174/682027 https://edepot.wur.nl/682027 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8e03e040-7ab7-49f6-93da-13192b7fcc74 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Zhang, Ningyi Yang, Ziyi Kaiser, Elias Qi, Kaijie Tang, Chao Wang, Peng Caleb, Oluwafemi James Tsige, Alemayehu Ambaw Tao, Shutian Zhang, Shaoling Wu, Juyou Article/Letter to editor BMC Plant Biology 26 (2026) 1 ISSN: 1471-2229 Variation of leaf photosynthetic traits is mostly driven by changes in source-sink relationship rather than irradiance in pear tree canopies 2026 Understanding the variation of leaf photosynthetic traits and their regulation is essential for accurately predicting canopy photosynthesis and gross primary production of fruit trees and for modelling carbon balance in agroforestry systems. However, this is underexplored in fruit trees in which management practices strongly impact plant morphology and sink: source ratios. We conducted a field experiment in pear with three levels of fruit loads (0%, 10%, and 100%) on two cultivars (Cuiyu and Hosui) with a Y-trellis trained architecture. Irradiance, leaf photosynthesis, and several leaf physiological traits were measured at different canopy heights and developmental stages. Both cultivars exhibited a very shallow vertical gradient of leaf photosynthetic capacity (Amax), despite a significant irradiance gradient. Considering the canopy Amax profile only had a marginal impact on modelling canopy photosynthesis in Y-trellis trained pear trees. In both cultivars, Amax was affected by source-sink variations, albeit in opposite directions: as fruit load increased, Amax increased in Hosui but decreased in Cuiyu. Increases of Amax in Hosui were related to lower carbon accumulation in the leaf and higher stomatal conductance, whereas decreases of Amax in Cuiyu correlated with reductions in leaf nitrogen. We conclude that under the conditions of this study and in Y-trellis trained pear trees, leaf photosynthetic variation was more strongly associated with internal factors than with irradiance gradients, and that the regulation of Amax is cultivar dependent. Considering photosynthetic responses to source-sink variation might be more relevant than irradiance profiles for accurately modelling canopy photosynthesis in fruit trees. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/variation-of-leaf-photosynthetic-traits-is-mostly-driven-by-chang 10.1186/s12870-026-08433-w https://edepot.wur.nl/714515 https://edepot.wur.nl/714515 Canopy photosynthesis model Fruit thinning Light acclimation Photosynthetic resource distribution Pyrus pyrifolia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f8e510a2-cf33-45f3-a3bf-5e93e80dfd03 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Ojuok, Irene Awino Lohbeck, Madelon Stellmacher, Till Aynekulu, Ermias Rinaudo, Tony Borgemeister, Christian Article/Letter to editor Land Degradation and Development (2026) ISSN: 1085-3278 Vegetation Structure and Diversity Under Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration : A Comparison of Silvo-Arable and Silvo-Pastoral Systems in Kenya 2026 Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) is a low-cost, adaptable agroforestry practice that enhances land restoration by promoting systematic integration of naturally regenerating trees within farming systems through tree selection and management. Despite its increasing adoption in sub-Saharan Africa, comparative evidence across land uses remains limited. This study empirically compares tree and woody regeneration density, species richness, and composition between silvo-arable (maize cultivation) and silvo-pastoral (grazing) FMNR systems in semi-arid Kenya. Sixty-three plots were established across these two land uses, within which a total of 1409 trees and 505 woody regeneration individuals were recorded. Tree density was higher in silvo-pastoral FMNR systems (558/ha) than in silvo-arable systems (150/ha), though the difference was not statistically significant. In contrast, woody regeneration density was significantly greater in silvo-arable systems (2450/ha vs. 727/ha). Rarefied species richness of trees was the same in silvo-arable FMNR and silvo-pastoral FMNR systems, while richness of regeneration was either significantly higher than the tree community, like in silvo-arable systems, or significantly lower than the tree community, like in silvo-pastoral systems. Non-metric multidimensional scaling showed that silvo-pastoral FMNR systems exhibited similar species composition between trees and regeneration, whereas silvo-arable FMNR systems displayed greater variability in tree composition across fields, reflecting less variable preferences by farmers. Given that regeneration represents future tree communities, reduced regeneration diversity in silvo-pastoral systems may constrain long-term species richness. These findings suggest that silvo-arable and silvo-pastoral FMNR systems follow distinct restoration pathways, with implications for biodiversity conservation, livelihoods, and the scaling of FMNR as a restoration practice. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/vegetation-structure-and-diversity-under-farmer-managed-natural-r 10.1002/ldr.70605 https://edepot.wur.nl/714514 https://edepot.wur.nl/714514 Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration dryland restoration silvo-arable silvo-pastoral smallholders sub-Saharan Africa https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/9af61473-7c86-499d-82b0-d00665318afc 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Nguyen, Thi Diem Jewell, Nathaniel Brien, Chris Berger, Bettina Johnson, Alexander A.T. Watts-Williams, Stephanie J. Article/Letter to editor Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 5 (2026) 2 ISSN: 2767-035X Growing Australian Rice in Non-Flooded Soil Increases Water Use Efficiency and Mycorrhizal Colonisation, but Reduces Grain Micronutrient Concentrations 2026 Climate change is driving a global shift from flooded (anaerobic) to dryland/rainfed (aerobic) rice production. While aerobic systems reduce water use and methane emissions, they can exacerbate soil zinc (Zn) and iron (Fe) deficiencies due to altered redox conditions. Arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi are more effective at colonising and functioning in aerobic soil and may enhance host plant water use efficiency (WUE) and micronutrient uptake in nutrient-limited soils. We assessed the potential for AM fungi to support aerobic rice growth compared to flooded conditions, in combination with Zn fertiliser treatments. Two Australian rice cultivars, Topaz and Viand, were grown under three watering conditions (flooded, 60% or 80% of soil field capacity [FC]) using a precision irrigation platform. Plants were inoculated with AM fungi (Rhizophagus irregularis) or not inoculated, and Zn was applied at 0 or 5 mg Zn kg⁻¹ soil. At plant maturity, the grain yield, water use, WUE and concentrations of grain Zn were measured. Both rice cultivars produced significantly more grain under aerobic soil conditions than flooded, with improved WUE. AM fungal inoculation led to reduced water use in Viand under 60% and 80% FC. However, reduced water use in mycorrhizal Viand plants was in line with lower grain yield in those plants, so WUE did not increase. Zn fertilisation enhanced grain Zn concentrations of Topaz and Viand grown in both aerobic treatments, but not under flooded conditions. However, the combination of Zn fertilisation and AM fungi reduced grain Fe concentration in all watering conditions, indicating an antagonistic Zn–Fe relationship. These findings support the potential adaptability of Topaz and Viand to aerobic production. Future research should explore integrated nutrient strategies to mitigate the trade-off between Zn and Fe in rice grain, and the potential of AM fungi to contribute to WUE. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/growing-australian-rice-in-non-flooded-soil-increases-water-use-e 10.1002/sae2.70112 https://edepot.wur.nl/714512 https://edepot.wur.nl/714512 aerobic rice arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi water use efficiency zinc nutrition https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a6ac8f62-b515-4b01-b413-306458b97fce 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Wikström, Mariann Ragnarsson, Sara Köhl, Jürgen Burgers, Saskia Zijlstra, Carolien Groenenboom-de Haas, Belia Hendrika Jönsson, Bodil Wikström, Josefin Article/Letter to editor European Journal of Plant Pathology (2026) ISSN: 0929-1873 Effect of cropping, harvesting, and storage conditions on black spots caused by Rhexocercosporidium carotae: almost two decades of research on the epidemiology of the major disease in Swedish cold-stored carrots 2026 The fungal pathogen Rhexocercosporidium carotae causes black spots on cold stored carrots. Black spot incidence on stored carrots ranged between 37 and 99% per year in a total of 76 field trials conducted 2011–2023 in Sweden. The disease is by far the most important disease of carrots in Sweden leading to substantial losses after storage. A survey of 104 Swedish carrot fields and the corresponding stored carrot lots 2006–2008 allowed to identify the most important variables related to black spot losses. The concentration of DNA of R. carotae, as determined by Taqman qPCR assays, in the canopy or on root surfaces in carrot crops at harvest, did not correlate with black spot incidence in the corresponding carrot lots after storage. Thus, knowledge of the presence of the pathogen at harvest could not be used to predict risks of post-harvest losses. Umbelliferous plants were found in field margins of 84% of the fields surveyed. The disease incidence of carrot lots from such fields was 23% higher compared to carrots from fields where umbelliferous plants were absent. Increase of the variables ‘number of growth days’ and ‘mechanical damage on the carrot surface during harvest’ resulted in significantly higher black spot incidence after storage. A series of field and storage experiments confirmed the effect of these variables. Even if the total gross yield of carrots increased by harvesting late, the marketable carrots decreased on average from 66% to 6.6% after storage in a year of high infection. This drastic yield reduction was solely due to black spot disease caused by R. carotae. Future guidelines for Integrated Crop Management (ICM) of carrots produced for cold storage should recommend the reduction of the number of growth days in combination with harvesting under optimum conditions as sustainable measures to ensure marketable yields. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/effect-of-cropping-harvesting-and-storage-conditions-on-black-spo 10.1007/s10658-026-03196-4 https://edepot.wur.nl/714510 https://edepot.wur.nl/714510 Acrothecium carotae Black spots Carrot Rhexocercosporidium carotae Storage disease https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7e8a96d8-65c9-4d98-aaf9-1119409f25a6 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Ma, Runqing Bischofberger, Jonas da Silva Torres, Ricardo Baca, Arnold Exel, Juliana Article/Letter to editor Quality and Quantity (2026) ISSN: 0033-5177 A contribution-based valued passing network for quantitative evaluation of player performance and coordination in football 2026 Social Network Analysis is widely used to study interaction structures across diverse domains, yet a persistent methodological concern is how to define and weight edges in a network. Conventional approaches often rely on interaction frequency, which may overlook differences in the impact or significance of individual interactions. This study addresses this issue by proposing a shift in network construction from quantity-based to quality-based weighting. Using football passing interactions as a concrete empirical example, we integrate data-driven pass values derived from Expected Threat (xT) to construct a contribution-based Valued Passing Network (VPN) framework. We compare it with the Conventional Passing Network (CPN), which often overlooks the varying difficulty and impact of passes by focusing solely on their frequency. Using event data from the FIFA World Cup 2022, the VPN is quantitatively compared with the Conventional Passing Network (CPN) by examining correlations between network metrics and benchmarked player ratings. The results show stronger correlations with VPN’s out-degree centrality (r = 0.42) and total degree centrality (r = 0.39). These advantages are particularly evident when analysed by position, especially for forwards (r = 0.44) and midfielders (r = 0.51). These differences were further verified as statistically significant through permutation testing. A case study of the World Cup Final match further illustrates how the VPN provides deeper insights into player contributions and team coordination quality in practice than the CPN. Altogether, this study demonstrates that incorporating data-driven pass value into network models can enhance the assessment of player performance and team dynamic coordination, while also ensuring a balance between analytical depth and practical clarity. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/a-contribution-based-valued-passing-network-for-quantitative-eval 10.1007/s11135-026-02765-3 https://edepot.wur.nl/714508 https://edepot.wur.nl/714508 Data-driven modelling Network weights Performance evaluation Soccer Social network analysis Team sports https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d3e3942c-2204-4967-beaf-5ccd355edf85 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Botermans, Marleen de Koning, P.P.M. Westenberg, M. Adams, I.P. Mansour, K. Ben Chabi-Jesus, C. de Krom, C. Dullemans, A.M. Festus, R. Fowkes, A.R. Fox, A. Freitas-Astúa, J. Hajizadeh, M. Hellin, P. Knierim, D. Krenz, B. Maclot, F. Malandraki, I. Maliogka, V.I. Margaria, P. Massart, S. Meekes, E.T.M. Menzel, W. Oplaat, C. Orfanidou, C.G. Ramos-González, P.L. Roenhorst, J.W. Ros, V.I.D. Seal, S.E. Silva, G. Silva Dos Santos, G. Tzanetakis, I.E. van der Vlugt, R.A.A. van Gemert, J. Varveri, C. Verbeek, M. Winter, S. Giesbers, A.K.J. Article/Letter to editor Archives of Virology 171 (2026) 5 ISSN: 0304-8608 Expanding insights into plant rhabdovirus diversity through the discovery of viruses representing 32 putative novel species 2026 Plant-infecting rhabdoviruses (family Rhabdoviridae, subfamily Betarhabdovirinae) include several viruses that cause important crop diseases and are subject to phytosanitary regulation. Despite their agricultural and ecological importance, the diversity of plant rhabdoviruses and their impact on plant health remain poorly understood. Here, we report 32 tentative novel species of plant-infecting rhabdoviruses, identified via high-throughput sequencing and spanning nine established genera. The virus sequences originated from diverse hosts and geographic regions, revealing extensive diversity within the family Rhabdoviridae. Several viruses were detected independently in the same host species across multiple countries, demonstrating the practical value of data sharing for confirming host associations and gaining insight into the geographic distribution of these viruses. Our study highlights the underexplored diversity of plant rhabdoviruses and demonstrates the value of coordinated, collaborative virus discovery. With HTS now widely accessible, the challenge has shifted from virus discovery to making sequence data and metadata publicly available, and to conducting the time-consuming biological characterization often deprioritized in favour of viruses with immediate phytosanitary relevance. As a result, many findings remain unreported, leaving valuable data dormant on servers. By sharing genomic data prior to publication, we present an efficient approach to accelerate virus reporting, enable comparative analyses and advance understanding of virus diversity. We hope this collaborative effort will encourage further exploration of plant viruses, including those from hosts without discernable symptoms, supporting virus biology, taxonomy, pest risk assessments, and plant health policies. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/expanding-insights-into-plant-rhabdovirus-diversity-through-the-d 10.1007/s00705-026-06609-1 https://edepot.wur.nl/714507 https://edepot.wur.nl/714507 Betarhabdovirinae Data sharing High-throughput sequencing Rhabdoviridae Taxonomic diversity https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/5e81e252-3662-433d-ab50-9e58db71e924 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Adjei, Moses Van Leeuwen, Judith Pereira, Helder Article/Letter to editor Maritime Studies 25 (2026) 2 ISSN: 1872-7859 Towards decarbonising shipping: Governance challenges and barriers to the implementation of EU emission trading system (ETS) 2026 The shipping industry serves as a major channel of global trade, while contributing increasingly to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As a response to challenges with introducing a global policy to decarbonize international shipping, regional policies have emerged that aim to fill this regulatory gap. The EU emission trading system (ETS) as the first Market-based mechanism (MBM) in maritime transport governance has the potential to fundamentally change the sector and its governance. The paper argues that attention to the institutional context of maritime governance within which the EU ETS is embedded provides a broader understanding of the potential of the policy instrument to bring about decarbonisation. This paper therefore analyses how institutional attributes and barriers hamper the implementation of EU ETS. The analyses show three key challenges in EU ETS implementation: uneven participation of the maritime value-chain in decision-making related to EU ETS, lack of transparency and access to relevant information, and lack of coordination between EU and non-EU regulations and actors. These governance challenges emerge from two structural institutional characteristics of maritime transport governance, (1) the dominant role of shipowners in maritime governance and (2) the mismatch of scales in terms of EU decision making and global GHG emission. While addressing these institutional characteristics is challenging, opportunities exist for enhancing collaboration between maritime value chain actors (and the EU) and including GHG emission reduction measures and costs more explicitly in charter contracts. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/towards-decarbonising-shipping-governance-challenges-and-barriers 10.1007/s40152-026-00476-x https://edepot.wur.nl/714503 https://edepot.wur.nl/714503 Decarbonizing shipping EU ETS GHG emissions Maritime transport https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/225c5ce1-a5d0-4487-a783-8a9cee446ddc 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Kunze, Sarah Bovenkerk, Bernice Fischer, Daniel Article/Letter to editor Food Ethics 11 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2364-6853 Beyond Natural, Normal, Necessary, Nice: Introducing “Neglectable” as a Distinct Coping Strategy for the Dairy Paradox 2026 Dairy is the second largest greenhouse gas emitter in animal agriculture and requires the killing of animals. Most people wish to avoid harming animals and the climate but also consume meat. Consumers subconsciously use coping strategies to reduce cognitive dissonance caused by this meat paradox. But is there also a dairy paradox? For this exploratory study, we used focus groups to investigate cognitive dissonance and coping strategies related to dairy consumption and compared these to coping strategies around meat. We found that dairy is framed much more positively than meat. However, the types of dairy-related coping strategies strongly overlap with those for meat. We conclude that dairy-related cognitive dissonance occurs, identify the dairy paradox, and three dairy-specific coping strategies: dairy is indirect, overwhelming, and, in summary, neglectable. We suggest adding a fifth N to the Ns of justification of meat consumption: natural, normal, necessary, nice; specifically for dairy: neglectable. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/beyond-natural-normal-necessary-nice-introducing-neglectable-as-a 10.1007/s41055-026-00214-3 https://edepot.wur.nl/714500 https://edepot.wur.nl/714500 4Ns Cheese Cognitive dissonance Coping strategies Framing Meat paradox Milk Neglectable Vegan Vegetarian https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d4e5c293-1a88-482d-8f18-4d0a399246fd 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Habibi, Mochammad F. Dorado-Montenegro, Sebastian García-Ruiz, Ana Isabel Gerrits, Walter J.J. Georgaki, Despoina Kwakkel, René P. de Vries, Sonja Article/Letter to editor Poultry Science 105 (2026) 7 ISSN: 0032-5791 Effects of dietary fibers varying in physicochemical properties on total endogenous protein losses and protein digestibility in broilers 2026 This study aimed to quantify endogenous protein losses (EPL) and protein digestibility in broilers fed diets containing dietary fibers (DF) differing in particle size (PS) and solubility. A total of 360 female 1-d-old Ross 308 broilers were randomly allocated to 40 pens (9 birds/pen). From d 10, broilers received one of five dietary treatments. Four diets were tested in a 2 × 2 factorial design containing 120 g/kg coarse or fine soybean hulls (SBH) as an insoluble DF source, with or without 50 g/kg purified wheat arabinoxylans (AX) as a viscous soluble DF source. A fifth diet replaced fine SBH with 150 g/kg fine sugar beet pulp (SBP), a DF source with notable hydration properties. Between d 26 and 31, three birds per pen received a daily oral dose of a 15N-isotope solution containing 1.2 g 15N-enriched milk protein concentrate (2.27 atom %) and 0.12 g 15NH4Cl (≥98 atom %), with an initial dose of milk protein concentrate of 2.4 g at d 26. Six days after 15N-solution withdrawal (d 37), excreta were collected, birds were euthanized, and ileal digesta were sampled. Arabinoxylans increased EPL in feces (+0.35 g/kg DM intake, P = 0.020) and reduced true ileal protein digestibility (−2.45%-units, P < 0.001), regardless of SBH PS. Apparent ileal protein digestibility decreased only when AX was added to the fine SBH diet (PS × AX interaction, P = 0.024). Replacing fine SBH with fine SBP increased EPL in ileal digesta (+0.31 g/kg DM intake, P = 0.002) and feces (+0.92 g/kg DM intake, P = 0.004), without affecting true protein digestibility. Overall, both AX and SBP increased EPL in broilers, but only AX reduced true protein digestibility. The PS × AX interaction suggests that the viscous soluble DF impact depends on PS of the dietary matrix. These results highlight the importance of considering the counteracting DF effects on EPL and nutrient absorption, as apparent digestibility alone is insufficient to capture these responses. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/effects-of-dietary-fibers-varying-in-physicochemical-properties-o 10.1016/j.psj.2026.106902 https://edepot.wur.nl/714499 https://edepot.wur.nl/714499 Chicken Digestion processes Non-starch polysaccharide Nutrient digestion Viscosity https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/ef4c2dd0-04e4-4d0a-bb59-9515f476edfc 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

van Dooren, Corné Groen, Judith Diaz, Carolina Carrillo Liem, Lana de Weert, Lisanne Grasso, Alessandra C. Article/Letter to editor BMC Nutrition 12 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2055-0928 Eating healthy within the boundaries of one planet : case study for the Netherlands 2026 Background: The current Dutch diet fails to meet existing nutritional guidelines and exceeds the environmental boundaries as defined by the EAT-Lancet Commission. The purpose of this study is to model planet-based diets for the Netherlands for 2030 and 2050 that are in line with national dietary recommendations and within the planetary boundaries, as input for future Food-System Based Dietary Guidelines. Methods: Future Dutch planet-based diets were modelled using mathematical optimisation (Optimeal 3.0) with the most recent 2019–2021 food consumption survey for males and females (18–50 years) and the environmental impact database for Dutch foods (2024). Environmental impacts were adjusted to align with the planetary boundaries and incorporate forecasted improvements. Constraints were applied on nutrients and environmental impacts (greenhouse gas emissions in kg CO2eq/y, blue water use in m3/y, cropland use in hectares, phosphorus application and surplus nitrogen in kg/y). The ReCiPe 2016 endpoint indicator method was applied to calculate biodiversity loss related to diets (extinctions/ million species year). Results: The optimised diets resulted in a significant reduction in meat, eggs, fats/oils, potatoes/tubers, and sugar/confectionery, and a significant increase in legumes, nuts/seeds, vegetables, fish, and meat replacers. In the optimised diets, 64% of total protein is plant-based substantial higher than the 43% in the current diet. These dietary changes led to a 65% lower impact on species richness loss and a diet within five planetary boundaries. Conclusion: A healthy and sustainable diet within the boundaries of one planet is possible, if we manage to reduce food waste, shift to more sustainable production methods, and change our diets. This study shows the urgent need for policymakers to take big steps in the five years leading up to 2030. The results of this study could contribute to more sustainable dietary guidelines and eating habits in the Netherlands and could be an example for other countries. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/eating-healthy-within-the-boundaries-of-one-planet-case-study-for 10.1186/s40795-026-01273-9 https://edepot.wur.nl/714498 https://edepot.wur.nl/714498 Biodiversity loss Climate impact Food-based dietary guidelines Healthy diet Optimisation Planetary boundaries https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/2c779b9d-6bab-43b7-8544-e7878b5a60ca 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Meissner, Laura Roeder, Niklas Demetrowitsch, Tobias Keppler, Julia K. Schwarz, Karin Article/Letter to editor Food Chemistry 513 (2026) ISSN: 0308-8146 Modification pattern of whey protein depends on oxidizing agents and accelerated storage conditions 2026 Oxidative modification sites in whey proteins depend on the oxidizing agent and cannot be described by a single analytical parameter. This study therefore examined how oxidative protein modification differs across oxidizing agents and treatment conditions by evaluating whey proteins at multiple structural levels. Overall protein changes were assessed by RP-HPLC and SDS-PAGE; tertiary structure by intrinsic and extrinsic (ANS) fluorescence and zeta potential; secondary structure by ATR-FTIR; primary structure by mass spectrometry; and side-chain reactivity and protein-bound carbonyls by colorimetric assays. RP-HPLC profiles revealed treatment- and intensity-dependent losses in protein nativity in the order hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)/tert-butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP) ' ultraviolet radiation (UVB) ' elevated temperature (+40 °C). H2O2 and TBHP promoted oxygen addition at the primary-structure level, affecting secondary and tertiary structure. UVB mainly induced structural rearrangements, while elevated temperature caused partly hydrophobic modifications, increasing RP-HPLC retention times of modified proteins. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/modification-pattern-of-whey-protein-depends-on-oxidizing-agents- 10.1016/j.foodchem.2026.148967 https://edepot.wur.nl/714497 https://edepot.wur.nl/714497 Alpha-Lactalbumin Beta-Lactoglobulin Elevated temperature Hydrogen peroxide RP-HPLC Structural modification TBHP Ultraviolet irradiation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/89354613-f3f3-44e0-b1c3-1f94cdb08d31 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Lemmink, Ids B. Rollo, Eleonora Beij, Erik Huet, Anne Catherine Bovee, Toine F.H. Suman, Michele Salentijn, Gert I.J. Article/Letter to editor Food Chemistry 514 (2026) ISSN: 0308-8146 Development and methodological user-validation in industry of a 3D-printed biosensing toolkit for tropane alkaloid detection 2026 The number of biosensors for food contaminants are growing, yet few are tested in real-world settings. Here, we developed and validated a biosensor for detecting tropane alkaloids in buckwheat, emphasizing in-field accuracy and user-experience. Sixty participants from a major food producer tested the biosensor in a pre-structured manner. All quality control employees (n = 31) correctly identified blank or contaminated buckwheat. However, non-analytical-users (n = 29) showed lower accuracy when visually interpreting icLFIA-results (Kappa-score = 0.5/1), which improved substantially when using a digital reader (Kappa-score = 0.9/1). Post-test questionnaires yielded an excellent usability score (88/100 ± 8). A difficulty score, based on how many participants struggled and the corresponding perceived difficulty, allowed identification of challenging workflow steps. Notably, most challenging steps could be resolved by adjusting the instructions. This user-validation represents a pioneering effort in food safety analysis, especially point-of-need detection, to offer quantitative evidence for claims related to stakeholder usability and provides a framework for other innovative (bio)sensing approaches. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/development-and-methodological-user-validation-in-industry-of-a-3 10.1016/j.foodchem.2026.148889 https://edepot.wur.nl/714496 https://edepot.wur.nl/714496 3D-printing Food safety Immunoassay Tropane alkaloids User-validation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1f385abf-1a5a-4036-8bc2-a5075a15138d 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Ligthart, Kate Elzinga, Janneke Segers, Anneleen Smidt, Hauke de Vos, Willem M. Article/Letter to editor Microbiology Spectrum 14 (2026) 4 ISSN: 2165-0497 High stability of the genome of Akkermansia muciniphila MucT under long-term culturing conditions 2026 To advance our understanding of the genomic stability of Akkermansia muciniphila, its type strain MucT was grown for over 1,000 generations at five different culturing conditions, followed by the isolation of single colonies and their subsequent genomic DNA sequencing, physiological, and functional analysis. Notably, not a single mutation was found in the genomes using our sequencing approach of the dozen strains isolated after growth for 1,000 generations in media containing porcine gastric mucin, either grown with or without shaking. Similarly, strains isolated from cultures grown in minimal medium containing high or low N-acetylglucosamine, or low N-acetylglucosamine containing 1% ox bile, exhibited very low mutation rates between 2.1 × 10-10 and 8.6 × 10-11 per nucleotide per generation. From these, a total of five unique strains were obtained that contained one or more nucleotide variations. Subsequent analysis and characterization revealed that two of the five strains included a G duplication in a nonanucleotide homopolymer G region in the gene with the locus tag Amuc_1413, resulting in a frameshift and a subsequent loss of mucin binding capacity. Analysis of published genomes of Akkermansia spp. confirmed the instability of this nonanucleotide G region in this Amuc_1413 gene, predicted to be involved in exopolysaccharide export. These findings provide valuable insight into the stability of the A. muciniphila genome and identify phase variation as a mechanism that can explain some of the earlier reported heterogeneity. We conclude that A. muciniphila MucT has large genomic stability under long-term culturing conditions and identified the Amuc_1413 protein as essential for mucus binding. IMPORTANCE: Akkermansia muciniphila MucT has emerged as a next-generation beneficial microbe due to its capacity to improve gut barrier function in mouse models and humans. To assess the potential of A. muciniphila MucT for industrial applications, we studied the genomic stability by cultivating different growth conditions for over 1,000 generations. We found that the genome of A. muciniphila MucT is highly stable when grown on mucin medium and relatively stable when grown in industrial media. Additionally, we characterized the obtained mutants that identified phase variation as a mechanism operating in A. muciniphila, which allowed us to identify the gene with the locus tag Amuc_1413, encoding a protein involved in exopolysaccharide production, to be involved in mucus binding. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/high-stability-of-the-genome-of-akkermansia-muciniphila-mucsuptsu 10.1128/spectrum.02400-25 https://edepot.wur.nl/714495 https://edepot.wur.nl/714495 Akkermansia muciniphila genome stability mucus binding phase variation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a6301406-78b5-4f8f-bab1-454b054737fc 2026-04-21 edurep

Streminska, Marta Other Biostimulanten steeds groter onderdeel weerbare systemen op natuurlijke basis : de markt ontwikkelt zich snel, maar blijft ondoorzichtig 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/a6301406-78b5-4f8f-bab1-454b054737fc https://edepot.wur.nl/710017 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7a0a967c-9156-42b1-bc07-0e3c96237eaa 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Zantis, L. Bosker, T. Heuvelink, E. Kierkels, Tijs Article/Letter to editor Onder Glas 23 (2026) 2 ISSN: 2215-0625 Micro- en nanoplastics zorgen voor verhoogd stressniveau bij planten : nog veel onbekend over invloed op gewassen 2026 Minuscule plastic deeltjes zijn overal, in de lucht, water en grond. Alle levende wezens krijgen ze binnen. Dat geldt ook voor kasgewassen. Onderzoek naar de effecten op gewassen is pas heel recent op gang gekomen. Planten blijken vrij gevoelig. ze reageren regelmatig met teruggang in de groei. Het meest opvallende en constante effect is verhoging van het stressniveau. Dat blijkt uit hogere stress-stoffen en hormonen waarmee de plant zich weert tegen stress. Biologisch afbreekbare plastics scoren niet beter. nl text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/micro-en-nanoplastics-zorgen-voor-verhoogd-stressniveau-bij-plant https://edepot.wur.nl/710011 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/27f6c910-9100-4b3b-8f3e-07c7554a8cae 2026-04-21 edurep

de Zwart, Feije Other Daglichtloze opkweek en afkweek in kas, beste optie voor energiebesparing : op zoek naar nieuwe teeltsystemen phalaenopsis 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/daglichtloze-opkweek-en-afkweek-in-kas-beste-optie-voor-energiebe https://edepot.wur.nl/710010 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7e702ab5-6f75-49d3-8a00-588bf8251d82 2026-04-21 edurep

Streminska, Marta van Diepeningen, Anne Other Masterplan geeft meer zicht op aanpak Verticillium in grondteelten : combinatie biologische middelen reduceert de druk fors 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/7e702ab5-6f75-49d3-8a00-588bf8251d82 https://edepot.wur.nl/710005 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d3877eb3-1175-4c0b-a963-6cfa40cd2113 2026-04-21 edurep

Streminska, Marta Other Weerbare systemen vragen veel meer aandacht voor nuttige micro-organismen : onderzoek naar effecten recirculatie van drainwater : thema watermanagement 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/weerbare-systemen-vragen-veel-meer-aandacht-voor-nuttige-micro-or https://edepot.wur.nl/708446 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1b63e897-b788-45cb-922a-b7155f31b643 2026-04-21 edurep

van Ruijven, Jim Other Tijdig bijmengen van oppervlaktewater zou standaardpraktijk kunnen worden : regenwater is niet altijd voldoende beschikbaar : thema watermanagement 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/tijdig-bijmengen-van-oppervlaktewater-zou-standaardpraktijk-kunne https://edepot.wur.nl/708444 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/63cd273e-1bad-4d01-a791-9176d60e1a05 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Sharat Kumar, M. Heuvelink, E. Kierkels, Tijs Article/Letter to editor Onder Glas 23 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2215-0625 Geïntegreerde bestrijding van plagen is de basis van chrysantenteelt : Er zullen steeds weer nieuwe plagen binnenkomen : thema watermanagement 2026 Chrysant wordt wereldwijd geteeld en de teeltcentra zijn door internationale handel verbonden. Verspreiding van plagen is nooit 100% te voorkomen. Welke insecten en mijten voor de meeste problemen zorgen, wisselt steeds. De manier om hiermee om te gaan is een degelijk en doordacht IPM-systeem (geïntegreerde bestrijding). De basis daarvan is: preventie, vermijding, monitoring en onderdrukking. De veredeling boekt vooruitgang op het gebied van resistenties, geholpen door nieuwe inzichten en technologieën. nl text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/geïntegreerde-bestrijding-van-plagen-is-de-basis-van-chrysantente https://edepot.wur.nl/708437 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f4adf04e-f086-4736-935a-971f9ea0fc4c 2026-04-21 edurep

Meisner, Annelein Other De eerste stappen op de lange weg naar het sturen van het microbioom : Er is niet één oplossing voor alle ziekteverwekkers : thema watermanagement 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/de-eerste-stappen-op-de-lange-weg-naar-het-sturen-van-het-microbi https://edepot.wur.nl/708435 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4716977c-180e-42a9-bd8d-8d52e33057cc 2026-04-21 edurep

Dieleman, Anja Paul, Jos Other Even with just red light, beautiful chrysanthemums in IDC-LED trial : Spectrum-adjustable LED systems enable extra savings 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/even-with-just-red-light-beautiful-chrysanthemums-in-idc-led-tria https://edepot.wur.nl/707242 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f2d1aaed-1146-456f-9822-63ee5b4e77c3 2026-04-21 edurep publickb

Coolen, Joop van Duren, Luca Mavraki-van der Eng, Ninon Hendriks, Erik Vlaswinkel, Brigitte M. Lecture Environmental effects of offshore solar energy in the dynamic North Sea 2026 application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/activities/environmental-effects-of-offshore-solar-energy-in-the-dynamic-nor https://edepot.wur.nl/714488 https://edepot.wur.nl/714488 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/be20ba1b-a069-4358-87e3-2b1f8fed38a5 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Wolters, P.J. Heuvelink, E. Kierkels, Tijs Article/Letter to editor In Greenhouses : the international magazine for greenhouse growers 15 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2215-0633 Multiple routes to a robust variety: resistance or reduced susceptibility : What exactly is resistance? 2026 Growing resistant varieties reduces the need for chemical crop protection. All plants possess basic defences against harmful fungi, but targeted control of a specific pathogen requires more, namely recognition of characteristic fungal proteins. Effective recognition and a swift response are the essence of resistance. Breeders also seek to reduce susceptibility by targeting plant traits that benefit the fungus. Besides resistance and reduced susceptibility, there is also tolerance, in which a plant can host a fungus with minimal damage. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/multiple-routes-to-a-robust-variety-resistance-or-reduced-suscept https://edepot.wur.nl/707235 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/baddc179-859c-4d01-a56c-931f52a220d4 2026-04-22

van Doorn, Maarten de Vries, W. Rotterdam-Los, A.M.D. Ros, G.H. Doctoral thesis Phostering sustainability : Integrating agronomic and environmental objectives in phosphorus fertilizer recommendations 2026 Phosphorus (P) is an essential nutrient for food production and is therefore applied to agricultural fields to achieve or maintain optimal soil P levels for crop yields. Especially in areas with intensive animal husbandry, a history of P fertilization beyond the crop P demand has resulted in the build-up of considerable plant-available soil P pools. While increases in these soil P pools have enhanced crop yields, they have also led to increased P losses from agricultural soils to water systems, contributing to the eutrophication of aquatic ecosystems. To ensure that food production remains within environmental limits in view of water quality, it is crucial to incorporate environmental boundaries into agricultural management schemes. This includes a revision of current P fertilizer recommendation and soil testing procedures. This thesis contributes to producing food within environmental boundaries by integrating agronomic and environmental objectives in P fertilizer recommendations. Specific research objectives are to (i) assess the potential of the 0.2M acid ammonium oxalate extraction method as an integrated agri-environmental soil P test; (ii) create gridded predictions of soil contents of amorphous Fe- and Al-(hydr)oxides that affect the P sorption capacity and thereby the balance between agronomic and environmental objectives in P management decisions; (iii) investigate the risk of P losses to the water system on agricultural soils vulnerable to P losses due to high hydrological connectivity and a low P sorption capacity; and (iv) incorporate an environmental boundary in P fertilizer recommendations. These objectives are addressed in four studies (Chapters 2 to 5). Results demonstrate that transitioning from purely agronomic to agri-environmental P management requires insight into soil P quantity-intensity relationships. Such insight can be obtained by combining agri-environmental soil P testing with high-resolution digital soil mapping of soil properties influencing P quantity-intensity relationships, such as amorphous Fe and Al-(hydr)oxides. We propose the inclusion of an environmental soil P intensity threshold into fertilizer recommendations, with threshold stringency determined by the degree of hydrological connectivity between fields and surface waters. In countries where routine agronomic soil testing only includes a measurement of P quantity, this P intensity threshold can be translated into a spatially variable P quantity threshold using combined information on (proxies of) the P sorption capacity and binding affinity. Implementing environmental soil P intensity thresholds prevents soils with a low P sorption capacity from reaching a high P saturation degree and corresponding high ortho-P concentration in soil solution, which is prone to being transported to surface water via interflow, overland flow and land drainage. The use of environmental soil P intensity thresholds implies that soils with a medium to high P sorption capacity are more suitable for producing crops with high P demands, whereas soils with a low P sorption capacity are more appropriate for extensive agriculture with crops that have lower P demands, or for the provision of other ecosystem services. This perspective calls for more differentiated, context-specific fertilizer recommendations that support broader sustainability goals. en Wageningen University application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/phostering-sustainability-integrating-agronomic-and-environmental 10.18174/681704 https://edepot.wur.nl/681704 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/c24bad11-5f9d-49ff-8f7c-2be7f7b49fbc 2026-04-21

Veerkamp, Kirsten Müller, Daniel Olivers, Christian N.L. Mann, David L. Article/Letter to editor Translational vision science & technology 15 (2026) 4 ISSN: 2164-2591 Spatial Learning in Naturalistic Search With Simulated Vision Loss 2026 Purpose: In everyday life, we learn to find relevant objects in complex three-dimensional environments. This spatial learning is even more important under conditions of visual impairment. Yet, little is known about how spatial learning and impaired vision interact to shape search behavior in complex naturalistic settings. Here we assessed how spatial learning is used to mitigate the consequences of acute (simulated) central and peripheral vision loss for navigating an everyday three-dimensional environment. Methods: Seventy-five participants were assigned to one of three simulated vision conditions (full vision, central mask, or peripheral mask) and performed multiple searches for products in a virtual reality supermarket. Results: Task completion times and navigational efficiency were affected by reduced vision but improved substantially for repeated product searches. Improvements were more pronounced with simulated vision loss, especially with simulated peripheral loss. Gaze and other orienting behavior also changed with learning, leading to more scanning at the initiation of the search under peripheral loss, and less scanning during the actual search, particularly with central loss. Conclusions: Spatial learning affects visual orienting behavior and aids in compensating for the detrimental consequences of vision loss in everyday search behavior. Translational Relevance: These results emphasize the importance of spatial consistencies in dealing with visual impairments in everyday environments. en Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/spatial-learning-in-naturalistic-search-with-simulated-vision-los https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/5e705b57-240f-4a6f-89fc-f0304d47f830 2026-04-22

Veloso, Abel Geissen, V. Simõe, M.P. do C Horta, M. Silva, V. Doctoral thesis Soil pollution under orchards in central-eastern Portugal: sources, risks and potential solutions 2026 Pesticides and plastics play major roles in most modern agricultural systems resulting in pesticides and microplastics being important soil contaminants, especially given their persistence, mobility, and toxicity. The research behind this thesis focused on the distribution and main effects of pesticide residues and microplastics in soils under peach orchards from central-eastern Portugal. It was divided into 4 main parts. The first part covered 18 orchards. It included their pesticide application records, used for predicting pesticide dissipation, and the quantification of a total of 37 pesticide residues in 270 soil samples collected throughout a complete growing season. Glyphosate was found to be highly relevant considering its application rates, the concentration of this active substance and of its main metabolite, the aminomethylphosponic acid (AMPA), and their potential for persistence in soil. Furthermore, pesticide dissipation in soil was slower than predicted, highlighting the importance of regular soil pesticide monitoring programs. The second part was focused on microplastic levels and their potential sources to soil. Furthermore, it evaluated the microplastic distribution across 3 different soil layers (0-5 cm, 5-15 cm, and 15-25 cm). Microplastic levels were generally lower, and their particle sizes higher, in the shallower layer. Irrigation water was the largest microplastic source to the soil. The third part was based on a mesocosm study which evaluated the single and combined effects of pesticide residues and microplastics, with and without biochar, on soil nutrients, pesticide residues, and in the mycorrhizal colonisation of peach tree roots. The combined effects of pesticides, microplastics, and biochar on soil nutrients were found to be more important than their single effects. Additionally, microplastics were related to higher levels of difenoconazole and biochar was related to higher levels of most quantified pesticide residues, except for glyphosate whose levels were lower in the presence of biochar. The mycorrhizal colonisation of peach tree roots was not substantially influenced by pesticide residues, microplastics or biochar. The fourth part was related to a field study, installed in a commercial peach orchard, which intended to evaluate cover crops as alternatives to herbicides. When compared to the standard practice of herbicide applications, the cover crop treatments did not significantly impact fruit yield or quality. While cover crops did not have a strong effect on mycorrhizal colonisation of peach tree roots or on soil nutrient levels, they were related to lower levels of plant available copper, which is a promising result considering its widespread use as a fungicide and its potential to reach phytotoxic levels in soil. This thesis proposed not only to characterise the soil contamination by pesticides and microplastics, but also to evaluate its consequences and to study the viability of cover crops as a strategy with the potential to decrease the levels of pesticide residues in soil, particularly, herbicides. While interesting and promising results were obtained, further studies are needed to increase our understanding of the distribution and levels of those soil contaminants, of their consequences, and to develop strategies that could reduce their negative impact in soil. en Wageningen University application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/soil-pollution-under-orchards-in-central-eastern-portugal-sources 10.18174/681537 https://edepot.wur.nl/681537 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e6699238-f8b8-4cc3-a0c6-dca4ca735a1a 2026-04-21 edurep

Boedijn, Alexander Kempkes, Frank Other Using C02 from outdoor air is promising option in cucumber : Further development needed to significantly reduce costs 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/using-c02-from-outdoor-air-is-promising-option-in-cucumber-furthe https://edepot.wur.nl/707234 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/6ea7c9c2-8336-460e-9871-5ae11da7a2ef 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Chen, Y. Kaiser, M.E. Heuvelink, E. Kierkels, Tijs Article/Letter to editor In Greenhouses : the international magazine for greenhouse growers 15 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2215-0633 Plenty of reasons to take green light in lighting more seriously : Improving water usage leads to further research 2026 For the first time, all the relevant research on green light has been analysed. Partially replacing red/blue or white LEDs with green increases water use efficiency at leaf level by 15%. This finding is leading to further research. Other effects include a slightly higher fresh weight; larger, thinner leaves; and an increase in the shoot/root ratio, with responses differing depending on the crop. Whether using more green light is beneficial depends on economic factors, as green LEDs are less energy efficient. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/plenty-of-reasons-to-take-green-light-in-lighting-more-seriously- https://edepot.wur.nl/707225 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/87caacb6-c138-482a-b42f-3116fd5b4f50 2026-04-21 edurep

van Diepeningen, Anne Streminska, Marta Other Hygiene, resistance and antagonists can prevent Fusarium infection : Rise in problems has multiple causes 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/hygiene-resistance-and-antagonists-can-prevent-fusarium-infection https://edepot.wur.nl/707220 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e9bb5f01-d697-46bf-881d-5e32c37b1be7 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Moonen, S. Vimalakanthan, K. Buij, R. Breuer, J. Klaassen, R. Hoenders, T. Schaub, T. Krijgsveld, K.L. External research report Aanvaringsrisico’s voor thermiekende roofvogels door zonneparken bij windturbines te plaatsen : Kennis van ecologie voor de energietransitie: cluster Land 2026 nl Wageningen UR application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/aanvaringsrisicos-voor-thermiekende-roofvogels-door-zonneparken-b https://edepot.wur.nl/714388 https://edepot.wur.nl/714388 Life Science (c) open_access_other Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4c504227-89b9-4c83-af9b-30d70fde3585 2026-04-21 edurep

Mohammadkhani, Vida Other Hydrophilic materials allow more light through wet greenhouse roofs in winter : Precise performance depends on type of treatment 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/hydrophilic-materials-allow-more-light-through-wet-greenhouse-roo https://edepot.wur.nl/707217 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/bcd3c85e-49a4-4f51-84b1-11101912b0e2 2026-04-22

Wang, Yuxin Smant, G. Geisen, S. Doctoral thesis How microbiome predator–prey interactions shape litter decomposition 2026 Litter decomposition is a key ecosystem process regulating nutrient cycling, soil organic matter formation, and long-term soil fertility. Although microbial communities and litter properties are well known to affect litter decomposition, comparatively little attention has been given to microbiome predators, particularly protists and nematodes, in soil food webs. These microbiome predators exert top-down control on microbial communities while being simultaneously shaped by bottom-up factors such as litter properties. This thesis investigates how microbiome predator–prey interactions shape litter decomposition across multiple experimental contexts. Chapter 1 introduces the ecological roles of protists and nematodes and develops a conceptual framework that links predator–prey interactions to litter properties and decomposition dynamics. Subsequent chapters examine specific aspects through which microbiome predators influence litter decomposition. Chapter 2 tests whether protist species identity and diversity influence litter decomposition and plant performance using simplified microcosm experiments. Results show species-specific effects, with only Tetramitus thorntoni reducing litter mass loss. Although litter mass loss was positively related to plant biomass, protist presence did not directly affect plant growth. Chapter 3 evaluates whether protist body size mediates litter decomposition by altering bacterial community composition. Large-sized protists reduced litter mass loss while increasing microbial respiration, likely by promoting predation-resistant bacterial taxa. Chapter 4 examines the temporal succession of protist and fungal communities across six litter types in a one-year field decomposition experiment. Both fungal and protist communities displayed litter-type-specific successional patterns. Notably, protist-related indicators became the strongest predictors of litter mass loss during late-stage decomposition, explaining 47% of the observed variation and surpassing fungal predictors. Chapter 5 investigates whether co-adapted nematode–microbial communities influence decomposition using phase-matched and mismatched combinations. While overall Home-Interaction Advantage (HIA) values were close to zero, litter quality structured nematode succession, and greater community dissimilarity strengthened HIA effects in low-quality litter. Chapter 6 synthesizes these findings and proposes a framework for incorporating microbiome predator–prey interactions into decomposition theory. Overall, this thesis demonstrates that microbiome predators exert important, context-dependent effects on litter decomposition, driven by interactions between top-down trophic control and bottom-up litter properties. These results highlight the need to explicitly integrate microbiome predators into decomposition theory and soil biogeochemical models. en Wageningen University application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/how-microbiome-predatorprey-interactions-shape-litter-decompositi 10.18174/681678 https://edepot.wur.nl/681678 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d71c1b82-6a9c-4b46-8139-b46532863418 2026-04-22

First, Tomer Fogliano, V. Mishyna, M. Doctoral thesis The power of metalcore : Iron biofortification of black soldier fly larvae as an enhanced micronutrient source 2026 Background and aim: Iron deficiency remains one of the most prevalent micronutrient deficiencies worldwide, while sustainable and bioavailable iron sources are still limited. Edible insects, particularly Hermetia illucens (black soldier fly; BSF), have emerged as promising alternatives due to their high mineral content and efficient feed conversion. However, the mechanisms regulating iron uptake, storage, and utilization under elevated dietary iron conditions remain poorly understood. This thesis investigates how BSF larvae respond to increasing dietary iron levels, examining effects on larval physiology, nutritional composition, iron storage, and mineral bioaccessibility, providing insight into the potential of BSF as a sustainable iron source for animal feed and human food. Methods: A multidisciplinary framework was applied, combining literature research, controlled rearing experiments, omics analyses, histological localization, and digestion studies. Chapter 2 reviewed entoferritin — the primary iron-binding protein in insects — describing its structure, function, and nutritional relevance. Chapter 3 examined the effects of increasing dietary iron, supplied as ferric ammonium citrate, on growth, survival, and mineral composition of BSF and yellow mealworm larvae. Chapter 4 combined transcriptomic and proteomic analyses to characterize the molecular response of BSF to elevated dietary iron, with parallel dissections to localize iron accumulation across larval tissues. Chapter 5 applied an in vitro digestion model coupled with iron nanoparticle characterization to evaluate mineral bioaccessibility across biofortification levels and thermal processing conditions. Results: Chapter 2 reviewed entoferritin as the primary insect iron-binding protein, highlighting its high mineralization capacity, pH stability, and structural similarity to vertebrate ferritin — properties supporting its relevance as a bioavailable dietary iron source. In Chapter 3, increasing dietary iron produced a dose-dependent rise in BSF larval iron content, reaching nearly a threefold increase at the highest treatment level, without affecting larval growth, survival, or macronutrient composition. Calcium concentration increased by approximately 20% at the highest iron level. In contrast, yellow mealworm showed limited iron accumulation and reduced survival at far lower iron concentrations, indicating substantially lower tolerance. Chapter 4 revealed pronounced transcriptomic and proteomic shifts under elevated dietary iron, including approximately 70% increases in both entoferritin subunit abundances, driven by post-transcriptional regulatory mechanisms. Histological imaging localized iron clusters to the midgut across all biofortification levels, consistent with entoferritin-based sequestration. Additional pathway changes were observed in metal transport, oxidative stress response, and exoskeletal formation. Chapter 5 demonstrated significantly higher digestible iron in biofortified larvae compared to controls. Iron nanoparticle characteristics remained consistent across treatments, indicating a conserved storage mechanism. Thermal processing reduced iron bioaccessibility while increasing calcium solubilization, demonstrating mineral-specific effects of blanching. Conclusions:This thesis demonstrates that BSF efficiently regulates and accumulates dietary iron without impairing growth or survival. Elevated dietary iron triggered coordinated molecular responses, including increased entoferritin abundance and activation of oxidative stress and metal transport pathways, accompanied by localized midgut iron storage. Digestion studies confirmed higher digestible iron in biofortified larvae, while thermal processing reduced iron bioaccessibility but enhanced calcium availability. These findings provide fundamental mechanistic knowledge supporting iron-biofortified BSF as a sustainable ingredient for animal feed and, in the future, human food. en Wageningen University application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/the-power-of-metalcore-iron-biofortification-of-black-soldier-fly 10.18174/681878 https://edepot.wur.nl/681878 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/10247625-db9a-420b-a44c-221939a5944b 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Smulders, Fee O.H. van Puijenbroek, Marinka E.B. Baptist, Martin J. External research report Beneficial use of dredged sediments : A review of methods and impacts for salt marsh restoration 2026 Dredging activities associated with navigation and coastal infrastructure generate large volumes of sediment that are often deposited nearby their retrieval site or treated as waste, despite their potential value for ecosystem restoration. This report evaluates the beneficial use of dredged sediments for salt marsh restoration, focusing on the methods available, their ecological impacts, and the key trade-offs, bottlenecks, and knowledge gaps that influence restoration success. Salt marshes are highly productive coastal ecosystems that provide biodiversity support, shoreline protection, and carbon sequestration, yet they are increasingly threatened by subsidence, erosion, and sea-level rise. Sediment addition has emerged as a promising nature-based solution to enhance marsh resilience where natural sediment supply is insufficient. Based on a structured review of 50 empirical field studies, the report compares several sediment application techniques, including thin-layer disposal, sediment diversion, and deposition of dredged material in channels near marshes. Thin-layer disposal is the most widely studied approach and is particularly effective for restoring subsiding marshes when sediment layers are kept relatively thin. Across studies, sediment additions of approximately 10–15 cm consistently resulted in the most favorable outcomes for vegetation and macrofauna. These additions raise marsh elevation enough to reduce flooding stress and sulfide toxicity, while maintaining sufficient soil moisture and nutrient availability. In contrast, thicker sediment layers are effective for creating completely new marshes but typically require active transplantation of vegetation and longer timeframes to first recover to initial conditions, after which long-term recovery to reference marshes can take place. This delayed response after the addition of thick layers was especially pronounced for belowground biomass and faunal communities. Ecological responses to sediment addition depend strongly on sediment thickness, grain size, application method, and resulting elevation relative to tidal inundation. Thin layers often allow existing vegetation and benthic fauna to survive burial, leading to rapid recovery exceeding initial conditions within a few growing seasons. Coarser sediments enhance stability and faunal mobility but are nutrient-poor, while finer sediments supply nutrients but are prone to compaction and erosion, highlighting the need for balanced sediment mixtures. Faunal responses generally mirror vegetation responses, with modest elevation gains above mean sea level supporting the fastest recolonization of macrofauna, fish use, and bird habitat, provided hydrological connectivity and habitat heterogeneity are maintained. The report identifies several key trade-offs and bottlenecks that must be addressed in restoration design. These include balancing sediment stability with ecological suitability, selecting appropriate delivery methods and timing to minimize disturbance and erosion, and ensuring that sediment budgets at the system scale remain neutral or positive. Pre-project assessments of hydrodynamics, sediment characteristics, elevation, and seed availability are therefore critical for success. Implementation challenges include logistical constraints, costs of containment and transport, potential contamination of dredged material, and the need for long-term monitoring and adaptive management. Despite growing experience with sediment-based restoration, important knowledge gaps remain. These include limited understanding of belowground biomass recovery, microbial and biogeochemical processes, long-term carbon dynamics, and species-specific responses outside well-studied U.S. marsh systems. The report concludes that beneficial use of dredged sediment can substantially enhance salt marsh resilience when carefully designed, but emphasizes the need for standardized monitoring, long-term studies, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support effective scaling under accelerating sea-level rise. Bij baggerwerkzaamheden ten behoeve van scheepvaart en kustinfrastructuur komen grote hoeveelheden sediment vrij. Deze baggerspecie wordt vaak beschouwd als restmateriaal, terwijl het juist kansen biedt voor natuurherstel. In dit rapport wordt onderzocht hoe baggersediment op een nuttige manier kan worden ingezet voor het herstel en de versterking van kwelders. Daarbij ligt de focus op de beschikbare herstelmethoden, de ecologische effecten ervan en de belangrijkste afwegingen, knelpunten en kennislacunes die het succes van dergelijke projecten bepalen. Kwelders behoren tot de meest productieve kustecosystemen en vervullen een belangrijke rol in biodiversiteit, kustbescherming en koolstofopslag. Tegelijkertijd staan zij onder toenemende druk door bodemdaling, erosie en versnelde zeespiegelstijging, waardoor natuurlijke sedimentatie in sommige gebieden onvoldoende is om het maaiveld op peil te houden. Op basis van een systematische analyse van vijftig empirische veldstudies geeft dit rapport een overzicht van verschillende manieren waarop baggersediment kan worden toegepast, waaronder thin-layer disposal, sedimentdiversies en het aanvoeren van sediment in geulen nabij kwelders. Thin-layer disposal is veruit de meest onderzochte methode en blijkt vooral geschikt voor het herstel van inklinkende kwelders, mits de toegevoegde sedimentlaag beperkt blijft. In veel studies leiden sedimenttoevoegingen van circa 10–15 cm tot de beste resultaten voor herstel van vegetatie en macrofauna. Deze verhoging is voldoende om overstromingsstress en sulfidetoxiciteit te verminderen, terwijl tegelijkertijd een vochtige en nutriëntrijke bodem behouden blijft. Dikkere sedimentlagen zijn effectief voor het creëren van nieuwe kwelders, maar gaan doorgaans gepaard met langere hersteltijden (zowel korte termijn herstel van sedimentaanbreng als lange termijn herstel richting een referentiesituatie) en vereisen vaak actieve aanplant, met name om ondergrondse biomassa en faunagemeenschappen te laten herstellen. De ecologische effecten van sedimenttoevoeging worden in sterke mate bepaald door de dikte en korrelgrootte van het sediment, de wijze van aanbrengen en de uiteindelijke hoogte van het maaiveld ten opzichte van het getij. Dunne lagen maken het vaak mogelijk dat bestaande vegetatie en bodemfauna de bedekking overleven, waardoor herstel al binnen enkele groeiseizoenen kan optreden. Grovere sedimenten bieden meer stabiliteit en vergemakkelijken migratie van bodemfauna, maar bevatten weinig nutriënten. Fijnere sedimenten zijn juist nutriëntrijker, maar gevoeliger voor inklinking en erosie. Een goed afgestemde mix van sedimenttypen blijkt daarom cruciaal. De respons van fauna volgt veelal het herstel van de vegetatie, waarbij dunne lagen sediment gunstige omstandigheden creëren voor macrofauna, vis en broedende vogels, mits de hydrologische verbindingen en ruimtelijke variatie in het gebied behouden blijven. De resultaten laten zien dat herstel met baggersediment altijd gepaard gaat met afwegingen. Zo moet een balans worden gevonden tussen ecologische geschiktheid en fysieke stabiliteit van het sediment, tussen gelijkmatige verspreiding en minimale verstoring, en tussen lokale ingrepen en effecten op het sedimentbudget van het gehele systeem. De timing van sedimentaanvoer is daarbij van groot belang om erosie en verstoring van vegetatie en fauna te beperken. Een zorgvuldige analyse vooraf van hydrodynamiek, sedimentkarakteristieken, maaiveldhoogte en beschikbaarheid van zaad- en bronpopulaties is essentieel om succes te vergroten. In de uitvoering spelen daarnaast praktische en financiële uitdagingen een rol, zoals bereikbaarheid van het gebied, kosten voor transport en opslag, mogelijke verontreiniging van baggerspecie en de noodzaak van langdurige monitoring en adaptief beheer. Hoewel de toepassing van baggersediment voor kwelderherstel steeds vaker plaatsvindt, blijven er belangrijke kennislacunes bestaan. Met name het herstel van ondergrondse biomassa, microbiële processen, langetermijneffecten op koolstofvastlegging en de respons van Europese kweldersoorten zijn nog beperkt onderzocht. Veel bestaande kennis is gebaseerd op Noord-Amerikaanse systemen, wat de toepasbaarheid elders beperkt. Het rapport concludeert dat nuttig hergebruik van baggerspecie een veelbelovende, naturebased solution is om kwelders weerbaarder te maken tegen zeespiegelstijging, mits herstelprojecten zorgvuldig worden ontworpen en ingebed in een langetermijnvisie met gestandaardiseerde monitoring en interdisciplinaire samenwerking. en Wageningen Marine Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/beneficial-use-of-dredged-sediments-a-review-of-methods-and-impac 10.18174/713913 https://edepot.wur.nl/713913 https://edepot.wur.nl/713913 Life Science (c) open_access_other Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8db90e20-25b4-40a0-a7e9-d166719062b3 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Troost, Karin van den Ende, Douwe van Stralen, Marnix External research report Historische ontwikkeling van de mosselpopulatie in de Waddenzee en het daarop gerichte beleid en onderzoek 2026 Over the past decades, the mussel population in the Wadden Sea has experienced significant fluctuations. By the late 1980s and early 1990s, the area of mussel beds on the intertidal flats had nearly disappeared. This decline primarily had natural causes, such as disappearance of beds due to storms and ice scour, the absence of successful recruitment, and continued fishing despite these adverse natural conditions. This low point led to a call for policy measures. Areas were closed for mussel seed fishing and target values for the presence of mussel beds (2,000–4,000 hectares) were established. Additionally, large research projects, such as Mosselwad and Waddensleutels, were initiated to study the ecology of mussel beds and the potential for restoration measures. The exceptionally successful spatfall of 2024 demonstrates that, in many locations, the tidal flats of the Dutch Wadden Sea are suitable for the formation of mussel beds. The surface area of mussel beds shows strong natural dynamics, partly as a result of storms and currents. These dynamics are discussed in relation to opportunities for active restoration, such as artificial substrate for mussel seed settlement. The effectiveness of active restoration currently appears limited, compared to the extent of natural spatfall at the scale of the Wadden Sea. The natural high dynamics in mussel bed area means that even under undisturbed conditions, periodically years with very large as well as small mussel bed areas will occur. This is important for management strategies that use target values for mussel bed surface area. The aim of this report is to give more insight in the available scientific knowledge, so that it can be applied more effectively in Dutch policy regarding nature management in the Wadden Sea. In de afgelopen decennia heeft de mosselpopulatie in de Waddenzee sterke schommelingen doorgemaakt. Aan het eind van de jaren ’80 en begin jaren ’90 was het areaal aan mosselbanken op de droogvallende platen nagenoeg verdwenen. Deze afname vond voornamelijk plaats op natuurlijke wijze, zoals het verdwijnen van banken door stormen en ijsgang, het uitblijven van succesvolle rekrutering, en visserij die ondanks deze omstandigheden doorgang vond. Dit dieptepunt leidde tot een roep om beleidsmaatregelen, waaronder gebiedssluitingen voor mosselzaadvisserij en het vaststellen van streefwaarden voor de aanwezigheid van mosselbanken (2000–4000 hectare). Daarnaast werden grote onderzoeksprojecten, zoals Mosselwad en Waddensleutels, opgestart om de ecologie van mosselbanken te bestuderen en de mogelijkheden voor actief herstel te testen. Dit rapport analyseert de historische ontwikkeling van de mosselpopulatie in de Waddenzee, met speciale aandacht voor de bijzonder succesvolle broedval van 2024. Daarnaast biedt het een overzicht van de relevante ontwikkelingen in beleid en onderzoek. De broedval van 2024 toont aan dat de wad bodem op veel locaties geschikt is voor het ontstaan van mosselbanken. Het oppervlak aan mosselbanken kent een grote natuurlijke dynamiek, veroorzaakt door het rekruteringssucces en de overlevingskansen van banken in relatie tot stormen, stroming en predatie. Deze dynamiek wordt besproken in relatie tot mogelijkheden voor actief herstel, zoals het aanbieden van substraat voor vestiging van mosselzaad. Effectiviteit van actief herstel lijkt vooralsnog beperkt in verhouding tot de omvang van een natuurlijke zaadval, op de schaal van de Waddenzee. De grote natuurlijke dynamiek van mosselbanken betekent dat ook in onverstoorde situaties periodiek zeer grote en ook zeer kleine oppervlakten zullen voorkomen. Dit is van belang voor beheer met streefwaarden voor oppervlakten van mosselbanken. Het doel van dit rapport is meer inzicht te geven in de beschikbare wetenschappelijke kennis, zodat deze doelgerichter kan worden toegepast in het Nederlandse beleid op het gebied van natuurbeheer in de Waddenzee. nl Wageningen Marine Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/historische-ontwikkeling-van-de-mosselpopulatie-in-de-waddenzee-e 10.18174/710911 https://edepot.wur.nl/710911 https://edepot.wur.nl/710911 Life Science (c) open_access_other Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a29936e2-9182-4484-9c86-1729286b19aa 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

van der Zanden, Isabelle Moereels, Lieke Schelfhout, Stephanie De Smedt, Pallieter Lock, Koen Dekoninck, Wouter Korthals, Gerard van der Putten, Wim H. Verheyen, Kris Veen, G.F. Article/Letter to editor npj Biodiversity 5 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2731-4243 Planting food forests can increase soil biodiversity in agricultural landscapes of Northwest Europe 2026 Food forests are an emerging agroecosystem in the temperate zone, aimed at providing food while supporting high levels of biodiversity. How food forestry impacts belowground biodiversity is, however, largely unknown. We compared communities of 12 taxonomic groups of soil organisms between 15 food forests and nearby grasslands, croplands and forests in Northwest Europe. Food forest soil communities appeared to differ from communities in grass- and croplands and more closely resembled forest communities in terms of total biomass or number of individuals of most taxonomic groups, with especially higher numbers of most macroarthropods. In terms of composition, food forest communities of most groups were overall intermediate between those in grass- and croplands and those in forests. For microorganismal and microfaunal groups, food forest communities bore a greater resemblance to grass- and cropland communities than to forest communities. Besides a higher alpha-diversity for non-arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and certain macroarthropod groups in food forests, differences in alpha- and beta-diversity were overall limited. As food forests appear to support different soil communities than grass- and croplands, planting food forests could increase soil biodiversity in agricultural landscapes. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/planting-food-forests-can-increase-soil-biodiversity-in-agricultu 10.1038/s44185-026-00125-w https://edepot.wur.nl/714474 https://edepot.wur.nl/714474 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a739fdef-163e-40b3-ade5-748cb4c19863 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Fang, Yan de Mutsert, Renée Gijbels, Anouk Deng, Keyong Lamb, Hildo Rosendaal, Frits R. Mook-Kanamori, Dennis O. van Dijk, Ko Willems Afman, Lydia A. Li-Gao, Ruifang Article/Letter to editor Cardiovascular Diabetology 25 (2026) 1 ISSN: 1475-2840 The association between liver fat content and plasma metabolite profiles in fasting and postprandial states: an integration of a cohort study and a randomized controlled trial 2026 Background: Postprandial metabolic impairments play a key role in the pathophysiology of cardiometabolic diseases. While liver fat content has been linked to distinct fasting metabolite profiles, its relationship with postprandial metabolite profiles remains unexplored. In this study, we aimed to (1) examine to what extent liver fat content is associated with the postprandial metabolomic profile beyond fasting metabolites; and (2) investigate whether diet-induced changes in liver fat content are associated with changes in plasma metabolites identified in objective 1. Methods: In a subpopulation (n = 1986) of an existing cohort study and a 12-week dietary intervention study (n = 80), liver fat content was measured by proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy and categorized as low (< 2.5%), middle (2.5–5.5%), or high (> 5.5%). In the cohort study, plasma metabolomic profiles were quantified by NMR spectroscopy at fasting (T0) and 150 min after a mixed meal (T150). We examined associations between liver fat content and plasma metabolites at T0, T150 and postprandial response (ΔT150-T0) using multivariate linear regression. In the intervention study, plasma metabolomic profiles were quantified at fasting (T0) and at multiple postprandial time points (120, 240, and 360 min) following a mixed meal, both before and after the intervention. We further examined associations between liver fat content and plasma metabolites at T0, and postprandial response (incremental area under the curves [iAUCs]) and explored associations between diet-induced changes in liver fat content and changes in identified metabolites at fasting and postprandial responses (iAUCs). Results: High liver fat group was characterized by higher fasting and postprandial levels of triglycerides, all VLDL and the small LDL/HDL subclasses, ApoB, fatty acids, glycoprotein acetyls, and BCAAs, and lower medium/larger HDL subclasses, and acetate compared to the low liver fat group. In the high vs. low liver fat group, postprandial responses of cholesterol content of S-LDL, IDL, and S-HDL, glutamine and histidine, omega-3% and DHA % were lower. Diet-induced reductions in liver fat were associated with reductions in 40 fasting plasma metabolites, including VLDL-TG, tyrosine, isoleucine, fatty acid ratios, and most of the VLDL subclasses. Conclusions: Postprandial metabolomic profiling revealed additional associations between liver fat content and plasma metabolites beyond fasting measures, particularly in lipoprotein cholesterol and fatty acid composition. Diet-induced reductions in liver fat were associated with favorable changes in fasting metabolites, but not postprandial metabolite responses. Future studies with harmonized postprandial assessment are needed to further elucidate the postprandial observations and the underlying mechanisms. Trial registration: The trials in this study were registered at clinicaltrials.gov as NL21981.058.08/P08.109 and NCT02194504. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/the-association-between-liver-fat-content-and-plasma-metabolite-p 10.1186/s12933-026-03158-4 https://edepot.wur.nl/714472 https://edepot.wur.nl/714472 Lipid metabolism Lipoproteins Liver fat Metabolomics Postprandial metabolism https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d577293e-08f8-4fd2-be54-54000a633dac 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Guarino, Valentina Scarpino, Valentina Meloni, Raffaele Fryganas, Christos Righetti, Laura Fogliano, Vincenzo Blandino, Massimo Article/Letter to editor Journal of Agriculture and Food Research 28 (2026) ISSN: 2666-1543 Effect of soil tillage and a fungicide application on the accumulation of free asparagine on wheat flours and the risk of acrylamide formation in baked goods 2026 Free asparagine (ASN) is the main precursor of acrylamide (AA), a probable human carcinogenic process contaminant in cereal-based bakery products. This study has assessed the combined effects of soil tillage, minimum tillage (MT) vs conventional tillage (CT), and a chemical disease control fungicide application (F) vs an untreated control (NF) on the accumulation of ASN in wholegrain and refined flour. MT_NF showed the highest ASN levels in wholegrain flour from multiple wheat genotypes and different agronomic years, whereas on average a MT_F treatment reduced ASN by 37%, CT_NF by 22% and CT_F by 48%. The AA levels measured in the wholemeal biscuits mirrored the initial ASN concentrations. Biscuits produced under MT_F accumulated 18% less AA than MT_NF, while those from CT_NF and CT_F showed 14% and 22% lower AA levels than MT_NF, respectively. The observed differences in the ASN concentration were mostly associated with the effects of the applied crop practices on the thousand kernel weight (TKW). The severity of Fusarium head blight was reduced by both the CT and F treatments, leading to heavier kernels due to enhanced starch accumulation, and lowering the ASN concentration per unit weight. This dilution effect accounted for more than 50% of the observed variation of ASN concentration in the wholegrain flour. The observation that the application of F slightly reduced ASN, compared with NF, in the refined flours of the MT treatment, without a corresponding change in the starch content, suggests an additional physiological response of the plant to the applied crop practices. Overall, agronomic practices that ensure an appropriate grain filling can dilute ASN in whole kernels and reduce the AA content of wheat-based products. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/effect-of-soil-tillage-and-a-fungicide-application-on-the-accumul 10.1016/j.jafr.2026.102916 https://edepot.wur.nl/714471 https://edepot.wur.nl/714471 Asparagine Fusarium head blight Minimum tillage Ploughing Wholemeal biscuits Wholemeal flour https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/adde04c8-352e-47aa-9294-4b195e6de357 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Bouwman, Emily P. Bolderdijk, Jan Willem Fischer, Arnout R.H. Dagevos, Hans Onwezen, Marleen C. Article/Letter to editor Journal of Environmental Psychology 111 (2026) ISSN: 0272-4944 The ethical labeling paradox: How the positive framing of animal welfare labels inadvertently promotes value-inconsistent choices 2026 Animal welfare labels on meat products are intended to help people who care about animal welfare to make value-consistent choices, by allowing them to identify and select products with higher animal welfare standards. Most animal welfare labels are framed positively, where a higher score implies higher animal welfare. We argue this positive frame may inadvertently promote value-inconsistent choices among people with animal welfare values and paradoxically normalize current high levels of meat consumption. We call this the ethical labeling paradox. Using online experiments set in a hypothetical country context (Geopoeia), this research examines when and how the ethical labeling paradox arises. We use the lens of cognitive dissonance theory and explore the role of social norms. In Study 1 (N = 1229), we found that a negatively framed animal welfare label, relative to a positively framed label, increased dissonance and led to less denial of animal suffering and a 10% reduction in meat selection. Moreover, we found that social norms, in addition to moral norms, help explain how the ethical labeling paradox unfolds. Study 2 (N = 1242) shows that the effect of label framing on social norms, and a marginal effect on food choice, only persisted when the label was supported (vs. opposed) by the government. This suggests that governmental support plays a key role in whether negative label framing can reduce the ethical labeling paradox. Taken together we conclude that rethinking labeling strategies is needed to support value-consistent food choices. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/the-ethical-labeling-paradox-how-the-positive-framing-of-animal-w 10.1016/j.jenvp.2026.103027 https://edepot.wur.nl/714470 https://edepot.wur.nl/714470 Descriptive norms Injunctive norms Institutional signal Justifications Moral norms Plant-based choices https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/bb8431b2-9db5-4ed6-9044-3ce4a9fe026c 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Křístková, Zuzana Smeets van Dijk, Michiel M'Barek, Robert van Meijl, Hans Ratinger, Tomas Article/Letter to editor Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy (2026) ISSN: 2040-5790 Sustainable Productivity Growth in Agriculture : The Role of Shifts in R&D Investments and Technology 2026 The objective of the paper is to evaluate the long-term prospects of sustainable productivity growth linked to plausible assumptions on public agricultural R&D investments as the key productivity driver. Second, it investigates the role of changing R&D focus from yield maximization to input saving technologies (fertilizers and pesticides). The projections using CGE model MAGNET identify China, India and Brazil as regions with high productivity growth from agricultural R&D while Sub-Saharan Africa regions will struggle with low productivity growth rates and substantial increase in GHG emissions. Overall, GHG emissions are projected to grow more than agricultural output. However it is found that sustainable agricultural productivity growth could become feasible under the reorientation of R&D programs in high income countries (with use of chemical inputs declining as much as 30%) where these policies can make an important contribution to sustainability while food security concerns are limited and spillover effects in terms of higher food prices are low. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/sustainable-productivity-growth-in-agriculture-the-role-of-shifts 10.1002/aepp.70069 https://edepot.wur.nl/714469 https://edepot.wur.nl/714469 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/523e2e98-7d52-4182-bb6b-0cf2782db2ee 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Sheil, Douglas Akampurira, Emmanuel Article/Letter to editor People and Nature (2026) ISSN: 2575-8314 Supporting interventions to lessen human–wildlife conflict 2026 Human–wildlife conflict (HWC) around protected areas endangers lives and damages livelihoods. It also erodes support for conservation. Yet most mitigation efforts fail to gain the sustained community support needed for long-term success. We drew on 758 one-to-one semi-structured interviews, supplemented by focus groups, practitioner interviews and discussions across six Ugandan protected areas. We examined patterns of success and failure through the perspectives of people directly affected by HWC. Our analysis was guided by collective action theory, social capital and institutional frameworks. Interventions often failed due to several linked problems. These included inadequate consultation and limited local ownership. Deep historical grievances played a role. Trust in authorities had eroded. Links to legitimate local institutions were weak. Technical shortcomings further damaged credibility. Together these factors often led to antagonism. Measures that required intensive collective action proved especially challenging. Examples include physical barriers and communal guarding. They broke down where social cohesion was low. Absentee landowners often left gaps. Projects felt externally imposed to many people. Even technically sound designs failed without genuine participation, transparency and respect for local norms and burdens. Active resistance occurred frequently. This included deliberate damage to interventions. Such actions often expressed protest against perceived unfairness, broken promises or illegitimate authority. They showed how distrust and grievances intensify challenges. Effective, lasting HWC mitigation requires patient, trust-based collaboration. It must fairly recognise the substantial burdens communities bear for conservation. We propose eight evidence-based recommendations: assess community readiness upfront, embed interventions in trusted local institutions, secure informed and transparent co-design, support traditional practices where appropriate, establish legitimate dispute resolution mechanisms, enable ongoing local oversight, maintain transparency, and plan explicitly for long-term sustainability. These steps can bridge the theory–practice gap, avoid repeated shortcomings thereby promoting more durable human–wildlife coexistence. Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/supporting-interventions-to-lessen-humanwildlife-conflict 10.1002/pan3.70314 https://edepot.wur.nl/714468 https://edepot.wur.nl/714468 coexistence collective action commons conflict resolution democratic conservation human–wildlife conflict mitigation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a5de4bdd-e9bb-4c26-baa7-12871a2c440c 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Viet, Nguyen Quoc Van Der Vorst, Jack G.A.J. Article/Letter to editor International Journal of Logistics research and applications (2026) ISSN: 1367-5567 Rethinking food logistics outsourcing : exploring the impact of structural changes in the European supply chain environment 2026 European food supply chains have seen structural changes regarding cost, energy, labour, and sustainability regulations. This has forced food processors to reassess the drivers of logistics outsourcing and rethink their strategies. In this exploratory multiple-case study, we investigated six large food processors that have extensive production and logistics facilities across Europe and conducted semi-structured interviews with their C-suite and high-level supply chain executives. Guided by the decision-making framework for food logistics outsourcing by Hsiao, Van der Vorst, et al. (2010), we analysed the interview data for key drivers behind the logistics outsourcing decisions. While confirming the relevance of traditional drivers examined in literature (e.g. control over operations and food quality, closeness to core business), we identified emerging drivers and propose an extended decision-making framework. Future empirical investigations are needed to test the theoretical perspectives of those new drivers. Managerial insights are provided for both food processors and logistics service providers. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/rethinking-food-logistics-outsourcing-exploring-the-impact-of-str 10.1080/13675567.2026.2654011 https://edepot.wur.nl/714467 https://edepot.wur.nl/714467 Outsourcing cold chain food logistics insourcing logistics strategy sustainability https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8ed2dd74-84ef-4f81-a529-e1b9406a1d6e 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Kottelenberg, David B. Evers, Jochem B. Anten, Niels P.R. Bastiaans, Lammert Article/Letter to editor European Journal of Agronomy 177 (2026) ISSN: 1161-0301 Managing species dominance in cereal-legume intercrop systems 2026 Weeds threaten crop productivity, while herbicide reliance raises environmental and health concerns. Intercropping offers an alternative for sustainable weed suppression, particularly when component crops differ in competitive ability. However, such differences can also lead to competitive dominance by the stronger crop species, reducing the yield of its companion. To design intercrops for enhanced weed suppression without compromising yield, it is important to understand how species selection and spatial arrangements influence competitive dynamics. We conducted four field experiments (2022–2024) evaluating how species combination, mixing ratio, and spatial design influence dominance in cereal–legume intercrops under herbicide-treated and weed-infested conditions. Cereals showed greater light capture and weed suppression compared to legumes, which generally aligned with cereal dominance in intercrops. Intercrop design can moderate cereal dominance, but with varying trade-offs. Reducing triticale proportion from 50% to 25% achieved balanced yield contributions from both species while maintaining weed suppression and overall productivity. Contrastingly, wider row spacing (37.5 cm vs 12.5 cm) reduced triticale dominance but at the cost of both yield advantages and weed suppression. Weed presence further moderated competitive dynamics: under weed-infested conditions, triticale’s dominance over faba bean decreased compared to weed-free (herbicide-treated) conditions, and faba bean performed better relative to its sole crop, indicating indirect facilitation through cereal–weed competition. On a land-area basis, faba bean in weed-infested alternate row intercrops with 50 or 75% faba bean matched weed-free sole crop productivity. These findings demonstrate that appropriately designed cereal-legume intercrops can suppress weeds effectively while maintaining productivity of both component crops. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/managing-species-dominance-in-cereal-legume-intercrop-systems 10.1016/j.eja.2026.128065 https://edepot.wur.nl/714466 https://edepot.wur.nl/714466 Cereal-legume intercropping Facilitation Herbicide Interspecific interactions Light interception Weed control Yield https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/15cc677a-43c0-42d5-adfa-0c90a66d7d81 2026-04-22

Wenneker, M. Pham, K. Kots, K. Article/Letter to editor Acta Horticulturae 1451 (2026) ISSN: 0567-7572 Postharvest Phytophthora rot of pome fruit 2026 Apple (Malus domestica) and pear (Pyrus communis) are important fruit crops in the Netherlands. In recent years, postharvest fruit rots were observed on the apple cultivars such as ‘Elstar’ and ‘Kanzi’, and pear cultivars such as ‘Conference’ and ‘Doyenné du Comice’. The symptoms were found after storage in controlled-atmosphere storage facilities on fruits from different orchards across the Netherlands. Disease incidences up to 50% of the stored fruit were observed. The diseased fruits showed circular brown to black spots with irregular and diffuse margins that enlarged rapidly to form distinctive rings, typical of Phytophthora infection. Isolation and identification revealed a number of Phytophthora species, e.g., P. cactorum, and P. syringae. Some of the rot incidences could be related to orchard infections; due to overhead irrigation (sprinkler rot) or to heavy rainfall near harvest. In addition, surveys were performed at several packinghouses and storage facilities to assess the presence of Phytophthora in water flumes. These assessments were carried out with Rhododendron, apple and pear fruit baits. Next to the most commonly Phytophthora species, also P. chlamydospora was abundantly detected in water. P. chlamydospora is normally found in streams and wet soil worldwide and has only rarely been recovered as a pathogen from ornamental and woody species. These surveys revealed serious potential risks for Phytophthora infections during the grading and sorting process of pome fruit. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/postharvest-phytophthora-rot-of-pome-fruit 10.17660/ActaHortic.2026.1451.26 https://edepot.wur.nl/714465 Rhododendron baits fruit rot infection packing house Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/a4ea4703-ce06-4669-a4e9-8c9ba0a1f0ea 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Lourenço, Marisa S.C. Garrido, Andreia Freitas, Victor A.P. Heuvelink, Ep Carvalho, Susana M.P. Article/Letter to editor Scientia Horticulturae 360 (2026) ISSN: 0304-4238 Context matters : Photoperiodic light spectrum modulates UV-A-induced alkaloid profile and oxidative signaling in Catharanthus roseus 2026 Catharanthus roseus produces pharmacologically relevant terpenoid indole alkaloids (TIAs), including vinblastine (VLB) and vincristine (VCR). However, their low natural abundance makes it essential to optimize C. roseus photobiology toward enhanced specialized metabolism. This study explored the morphophysiological and biochemical responses of three C. roseus cultivars to ultraviolet-A (UV-A) supplementation (365 nm; 2 h; 3.6 kJ·m⁻²·day⁻¹) and examined how the photoperiodic light spectrum (WT–white; RB–red: blue) shapes these responses. UV-A had no significant effect on plant morphology but increased the photosynthetic rate (37%) and stomatal conductance (2.1-fold) under WT photoperiod. Under RB supplemented with UV-A (RB16+UVA2), plants showed higher malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and significantly higher total anticancer-related TIA concentrations. Notably, VCR in cv. ‘Cora Red’ reached 8.94 µg·g⁻¹ FW, representing a 4.4-fold increase compared with WT16+UVA2. Catharanthine (CAT) increased by 46% under RB16+UVA2, whereas anhydrovinblastine (AVLB) peaked under WT16+UVA2 (2.3-fold higher), indicating that photoperiodic spectrum modulates the UV-A-induced TIA biosynthesis. Both MDA and H₂O₂ correlated positively with total anticancer-related TIAs, and H₂O₂ was strongly associated with final VLB+VCR concentrations, highlighting their potential as biomarkers of alkaloid biosynthesis. These findings demonstrate that UV-A can function as a metabolic enhancer without compromising plant biomass, and that alkaloid biosynthesis is shaped by both cultivar and photoperiod light spectrum. Genotype selection is therefore critical, as cultivars differ markedly in their capacity to perceive UV-A and transduce it into enhanced alkaloid production. Optimizing light spectrum and genotype in vertical farming enables a scalable approach for molecular farming of anticancer alkaloids. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/context-matters-photoperiodic-light-spectrum-modulates-uv-a-induc 10.1016/j.scienta.2026.114803 https://edepot.wur.nl/714464 https://edepot.wur.nl/714464 Anticancer alkaloids Molecular farming Oxidative stress Periwinkle Photobiology Spectral composition Vertical farming https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/b7eb7b7e-56c0-44ed-9fa6-3065c71493aa 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Lotterman, Aniek Olufotebi, Ifeoluwa Wouters, Inge M. Winkel, Albert Smit, Lidwien A.M. de Rooij, Myrna M.T. Article/Letter to editor Annals of Work Exposures and Health 70 (2026) 3 ISSN: 2398-7308 Occupational exposure of goat farm workers to particulate matter and endotoxin 2026 Abstract Introduction Intensive livestock farming exposes workers to elevated levels of particulate matter (PM) and endotoxins, increasing respiratory health risks. Although personal exposure has occasionally been investigated in the 3 major livestock sectors—cattle, pigs, and poultry—emerging sectors such as intensive goat farming remain understudied. This study aimed to quantify personal exposure to inhalable dust, PM10, and endotoxins among workers on Dutch dairy goat farms and to explore associations between exposure levels, specific work tasks, and farm characteristics. Methods Repeated personal air sampling was conducted among 41 participants working at 15 goat farms. Inhalable dust and PM10 samples were collected using filter-based methods attached to portable air pumps. For all inhalable dust and PM10 samples, PM mass concentrations were determined by gravimetrical analyses and endotoxin concentrations with the Limulus-Amebocyte-Lysate assay. Determinants of exposure levels were analyzed by linear mixed modeling. Results Inhalable dust concentrations showed a median of 0.966 mg/m3 (range: 0.228 to 3.093), with a median endotoxin concentration of 612 EU/m3 (range: 48 to 7,818). For the PM10 concentrations, a median of 0.376 mg/m3 (range: 0.070 to 1.233) was observed, with a median endotoxin concentration of 700 EU/m3 (range: 8 to 2,886). In total, 90% of the samples exceeded recommended occupational exposure limits for endotoxin (>90 EU/m3). PM10 and inhalable dust concentrations were strongly correlated (Pearson r = 0.71), as were endotoxin concentrations in both fractions (Pearson r = 0.71). Exposure to PM and endotoxin varied significantly between farms, within farms and within workers. Overall, highest exposures were recorded for workers with milking as a primary job task. Discussion and conclusions Goat farm workers are exposed to substantial levels of PM and endotoxins during routine work activities. On average, concentrations exceeded those reported for dairy cattle farm workers, yet remained lower than levels typically observed in pig and poultry farming. The observed considerable variation in exposure both between farms and among individual workers necessitates future research and more detailed microbiological characterization of air samples on determinants of exposure, to guide appropriate measures in husbandry and practices at goat farms. This research highlights that in emerging intensive livestock farming sectors, increased exposure to PM and endotoxins—and related health effects—can be expected among workers unless reduction of these exposures is explicitly addressed in the development of agricultural policies and practices. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/occupational-exposure-of-goat-farm-workers-to-particulate-matter- 10.1093/annweh/wxag020 https://edepot.wur.nl/714463 https://edepot.wur.nl/714463 bioaerosols exposure assessment intensive livestock farming occupational health respiratory health https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8dee4f33-1f0d-4950-9fca-27858c3f3bc2 2026-04-22

Fogliano, Vincenzo Forde, Ciarán G. de Jong, Catrienus Stieger, Markus Article/Letter to editor Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 74 (2026) 13 ISSN: 0021-8561 Preface of the “17th International Weurman Flavor Research Symposium” Special Issue 2026 en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/preface-of-the-17th-international-weurman-flavor-research-symposi 10.1021/acs.jafc.6c04092 https://edepot.wur.nl/714462 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/59e176a5-693f-4f30-a6d7-7f60dbc76396 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Medeleanu, Mădălina Lorena Cascajosa-Lira, Antonio Cătunescu, Giorgiana Socaci, Sonia Ancuța Pichardo, Silvia Article/Letter to editor Food Bioscience 79 (2026) ISSN: 2212-4292 Integrated In silico and In vitro toxicological characterization of citrus essential oil nano-emulsions for food additives 2026 Essential oils (EOs) are gaining attention as potential natural food additives; however, their safety data remain limited. This study combined predictive in silico modelling with EFSA-compliant toxicology assays to evaluate nano-emulsions of bergamot, lemon, orange, and tacle® EOs. Ten major constituents produced 66 predicted metabolites, with dehydration dominant for linalyl acetate, linalool, and terpineol, and desaturation for sabinene, β-cis-ocimene, and γ-/α-terpinene. Guided by these predictions, bergamot EO nano-emulsions were tested in vitro. At 0.001–0.023%, no mutagenic or genotoxic effects were detected in Ames or micronucleus assays. In contrast, TA98 strain in the Ames Test showed metabolism-dependent positives at 0.3–5% with S9 activation, indicating that biotransformation can drive genotoxic risk at higher concentrations. These results demonstrate the value of integrating metabolic transformation into risk assessment and provide mechanism-based evidence to guide the safe use of EO nano-emulsions in food. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/integrated-in-silico-and-in-vitro-toxicological-characterization- 10.1016/j.fbio.2026.108846 https://edepot.wur.nl/714461 https://edepot.wur.nl/714461 Ames Biotransformation Citrus essential oils nano-emulsions In silico In vitro Micronucleus https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/2b7b040d-62c7-4176-8374-468f46b48e2b 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Huang, Qiuhong Heuvelink, Gerard B.M. Berghuijs, Herman N.C. Schut, Antonius G.T. Leenaars, Johan G.B. de Wit, Allard J.W. He, Ping Article/Letter to editor Agricultural Systems 236 (2026) ISSN: 0308-521X What drives the potato yield gap in China? 2026 CONTEXT: China has the world's largest potato cultivation area, yet potato yield remains relatively low. A better understanding of current yield-limiting and reducing factors is essential to improve yield and input use efficiency. OBJECTIVE: This study aims to quantify yield gaps at the field level and uncover its main drivers for irrigated and rainfed potato farming systems across China. METHODS: We used 1836 field-year combinations from major potato-producing areas in China between 2019 and 2021. Potential yield (YP), water-limited yield (YW) and water- and nitrogen- limited yield (YWN) were simulated with World Food Studies model (WOFOST). The primary drivers of the yield gap in irrigated fields (Ygap_irri) and rainfed fields (Ygap_rain) were explored using a WOFOST-based yield gap decomposition scheme and random forest model-based covariate importance analysis. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: There remains substantial potential to increase potato yields in China. The highest Ygap_irri and Ygap_rain were observed in the northern cultivation zone. The average Ygap_irri was 8.2 t dry matter (DM) ha−1, with inadequate amounts and frequencies of irrigation identified as the main drivers, explaining 48.8% of Ygap_irri. Optimising irrigation regimes and water-saving strategies are therefore necessary to close the yield gap. The average Ygap_rain was 9.9 t DM ha−1, and province-level socioeconomic covariates were the primary explanatory variables, particularly farmers' income and education level. This suggests that crop management can only be improved when farmers in rainfed areas have better access to financial resources, high-quality inputs and technical knowledge. Yield limitation due to insufficient rainfall was substantial (3.5 t DM ha−1), indicating a notable water deficit across rainfed fields. Both approaches consistently identified nitrogen as the least influential factor for yield gap because of the general oversupply of N fertiliser, with half of the fields receiving more than 210 kg ha−1. SIGNIFICANCE: This study provides valuable recommendations for management practices and policy interventions aimed at narrowing the potato yield gap in China. The findings contribute to enhanced potato productivity and improved resource-use efficiency. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/what-drives-the-potato-yield-gap-in-china 10.1016/j.agsy.2026.104744 https://edepot.wur.nl/714453 https://edepot.wur.nl/714453 Covariate importance Irrigation Potato agronomy Potential yield WOFOST https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/43314fe2-3a0c-4536-be39-b835b7855f6d 2026-04-22

Cai, Xuan Hu, Zunhe Sun, Dan Li, Xinyan Feng, Huayuan Wang, Shizhong Jin, Chao Tang, Yetao Morel, Jean Louis Aarts, Mark G.M. Ma, Lena Q. Cao, Yue Qiu, Rongliang Article/Letter to editor Bioresource Technology 452 (2026) ISSN: 0960-8524 Ferroportin transporters contribute to nickel hyperaccumulation in Odontarrhena chalcidica 2026 Nickel (Ni) is critical for modern technologies, yet widespread Ni contamination caused by mining activities and naturally high geological backgrounds poses risks to ecosystems and agricultural safety. Phytoremediation using Ni hyperaccumulator plants offers a promising low-carbon solution, but limited understanding of the molecular basis of Ni hyperaccumulation has constrained the development of engineered plants for broader application. Here, we functionally characterized three ferroportin (FPN) transporters, OcFPN1, OcFPN2;1, and OcFPN2;2, from the Ni hyperaccumulator Odontarrhena chalcidica. OcFPN1 was localized to the plasma membrane and specifically expressed in the root stele. In yeast, it showed stronger Ni transport activity than its orthologs, and in Arabidopsis thaliana it promoted root-to-shoot Ni translocation, increasing the translocation factor by 5.0- to 7.1-fold relative to the wild type. By contrast, OcFPN2;1 and OcFPN2;2 were shoot-specific and tonoplast-localized, mediating Ni sequestration in shoots, unlike their orthologs in non-hyperaccumulator plants. Shoot-specific expression of OcFPN2;1 in A. thaliana significantly increased shoot Ni accumulation by 51.1%–97.5% relative to the wild type, but did not alleviate Ni toxicity. Under one-week Ni treatment, co-expression of OcFPN2;1 and OcFPN1 significantly increased shoot Ni concentration to approximately twice that of the wild type, increased the translocation factor by 5.4-fold, and alleviated Ni toxicity, as indicated by reduced chlorosis and increased root length. Findings from heterologous systems elucidate an important molecular mechanism of Ni hyperaccumulation in O. chalcidica and offer a practical strategy for engineering plants to remediate Ni-contaminated soils through phytoremediation. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/ferroportin-transporters-contribute-to-nickel-hyperaccumulation-i 10.1016/j.biortech.2026.134571 https://edepot.wur.nl/714449 Hyperaccumulator Nickel sequestration Nickel translocation Phytoremediation Tonoplast transporters Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/e56d6f9c-b467-40af-bde9-2ac3ab5f30f8 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public

Mauch, Jonas Teurlincx, Sven Schwefel, Robert Köhler, Jan Kramer, Lilith Goldhammer, Tobias Hilt, Sabine Article/Letter to editor Water Research 299 (2026) ISSN: 0043-1354 Cyanobacteria bloom suppression by quagga mussels disappears with global warming 2026 Climate warming and biological invasions are global stressors that jointly influence harmful algal blooms (HABs) in freshwaters. Quagga mussels (Dreissena rostriformis bugensis), a major invasive species in the Northern Hemisphere, may suppress HABs, but this effect disappears above critical temperatures. The combined effects of these stressors remain poorly quantified. We used 10 years of monitoring data from a temperate lake, before and after quagga mussel invasion, to calibrate, parametrize and modify the ecosystem model PCLake+ and simulate combined effects of mussel invasions and warming on HABs. We tested whether (1) incorporating mussels into PCLake+ improves model performance and captures mussel-mediated HAB suppression, (2) suppression is lost under future climate projections, and (3) strong nutrient reduction is required to compensate. Including mussels substantially improved post-invasion model performance, reducing RMSE by 25% for chlorophyll a and 67% for cyanobacteria biomass. After invasion, summer cyanochlorophyll concentrations declined by 40% under ambient conditions. Under moderate warming (RCP 4.5 and 2.6), HAB suppression persisted. However, it was lost when epilimnion temperature increased by ∼2.6 °C in the unmitigated scenario (RCP 8.5) by 2100, causing a fivefold increase in cyanochlorophyll and 50% of summer days exceeding WHO bathing water thresholds. Mussel filtration collapse increasingly drove HAB resurgence with rising temperature under RCP 8.5. External nutrient load reductions of 90% were required to prevent HABs, securing recreational and drinking water safety. Positive ambient effects of quagga mussel invasions on HABs will be lost with future warming, highlighting the need for integrated local nutrient reduction and global climate mitigation. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/cyanobacteria-bloom-suppression-by-quagga-mussels-disappears-with 10.1016/j.watres.2026.125887 https://edepot.wur.nl/714448 Climate change Dreissena rostriformis bugensis Ecosystem modeling Harmful algae blooms Nutrient management PCLake+ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/195d5ef4-e42f-4eca-b22d-cd5c81841493 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Stoffers, Twan Vuorinen, Katariina E.M. Schroer, Sibylle Griffith, Phoebe C. Colls, Miriam Erős, Tibor Geist, Juergen Kuemmerlen, Mathias Schouten, Socrates van Treeck, Ruben Alp, Maria Baldan, Damiano Birk, Sebastian Bilous, Olena Borgwardt, Florian Brauns, Mario Buijse, Anthonie D. Clausnitzer, Viola Darre, Mayra E. Elings, Jelger Fink, Patrick Ferreira, Teresa Glinska-Lewczuk, Katarzyna Graupner, Johannes Gundermann, Daria He, Fengzhi Hein, Thomas Hogan, Zeb S. L’Hoste, Lionel Meulenbroek, Paul Miqueleiz, Imanol Monprapussorn, Sathaporn Musseau, Camille L. Nagelkerke, Leopold A.J. Näslund, Joacim dos Reis Oliveira, Paula Pander, Joachim Pengal, Polona Pfeiffer, Marie Rock, Sebastian L. Royte, Joshua L. Rittweg, Timo D. Scaini, Anna Schmidt-Kloiber, Astrid Schmutz, Stefan Scholz, Mathias Singer, Gabriel A. Tarkowski, Adam Tolonen, Kimmo T. Tosney, Jonah Tschikof, Martin van Rijn, Jimmy Verhelst, Pieterjan Walther, Franziska Wegscheider, Bernhard Wolter, Christian Xiao, Chen Worthington, Thomas A. Zogaris, Stamatis Jähnig, Sonja C. Article/Letter to editor Communications Earth & Environment 7 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2662-4435 A collaborative research agenda for restoring free-flowing rivers 2026 Rivers are increasingly fragmented and degraded, yet the European Union Nature Restoration Regulation calls for restoring at least 25,000 kilometres of free-flowing rivers by 2030. Translating this ambition into effective implementation remains challenging because restoration priorities differ across ecological, social, economic, and governance contexts. Here, we synthesize expert knowledge from 45 countries through a structured, multi-step prioritization process to identify research priorities for restoring free-flowing rivers in Europe. We identified 27 priorities and analysed how expert background and spatial context influenced their ranking. Restoration priorities differed systematically depending on whether experts emphasized ecological integrity, community engagement, economic considerations, or governance capacity, revealing clear patterns in how disciplinary and professional perspectives shape implementation pathways. This demonstrates that restoration strategies cannot be universal but must be adapted to local and regional political, institutional, and ecological conditions. Building on these findings, we propose a structured prioritisation framework that links barrier removal, connectivity restoration, governance mechanisms, and policy instruments to context-specific needs. Together, our results provide an empirically grounded and implementation-oriented roadmap to support European Union Member States in delivering ambitious river restoration targets in a context-sensitive and socially robust manner. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/a-collaborative-research-agenda-for-restoring-free-flowing-rivers 10.1038/s43247-026-03428-9 https://edepot.wur.nl/714447 https://edepot.wur.nl/714447 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/093db0ec-cfd1-4596-8ab5-5522079fc807 2026-04-20 edurep openaire public dataset

Nieuwland, Maaike Zigon, Uros de Wijk, Rene de Rosa Spierings, Karen Vingerhoeds, Monique Dataset Data underlying the publication: Plant-based patties – towards understanding texture and taste 2026 Meat replacers are one of the options to nudge consumers towards a more sustainable, more healthy diet. Unfortunately, quality of meat replacers is usually not up to the standards of their animal counterparts. In this study the effects of five ingredient variations (total fat content, type of fat, type of texturized protein, methylcellulose content and citrus fibre content) for a vegan patty were investigated for their effect on flavour and texture. A sensory QDA panel was applied, supplemented with analytical measurements quantifying serum loss and texture. Most variation in the patties was observed in the texture parameters, that also correlated well with the analytical texture parameters. At the same time, smaller but significant changes were observed in flavour perception, despite all patties having the same flavour type and concentration. This shows the importance of matrix effects and textural effects on flavour perception. From the applied variations, methyl cellulose content and type of texturized protein were found to have the largest impact on the sensory perception of the patties. The data for the sensory evaluation described in paragraph 2.4 and 3.1 can be found in Sensory data.xlsx. Their correlations are presented in the tab 'correlation on averaged data' in that same file.The analytical data described in paragraph 2.5 and 3.2 can be found in Analytical data.xlsxThe mixed model analysis of the sensory data can be found in MixedModelSensory.xlsxThe mixed model analysis of the analytical data can be found in MixedModelAnalytical.xlsxThe data of the partial least square regression of the analytical vs the sensory data can be found in PLS_TAvsSensory.xlsx Wageningen University & Research text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/datasets/093db0ec-cfd1-4596-8ab5-5522079fc807 10.4121/10804ad3-7b87-44f6-b9c6-05d060f8e91c https://edepot.wur.nl/714443 Design of Experiment Health sciences Plant based patties Sensory evaluation juiciness texture analysis Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/9489e38e-69c6-44b8-b61f-3c34e0e54c53 2026-04-22

Khumairoh, Uma Syahrir Ramadhan, Sultan Wildan Nurlaelih, Euis Elih Fajriani, Sisca Setiawan, Adi Groot, Jeroen C. J. Article/Letter to editor Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems (2026) ISSN: 2168-3565 Re-designing organic maize systems to improve a local maize yield through co-experimentation of complex agroecosystems 2026 Conservation of local food culture depends on protection of local varieties and their cultivation methods that rely on place-based ecological processes. While local food cultures still persist in many communities, knowledge on fostering ecological processes is underdeveloped. Redesigning current production systems using co-experimentation with 20 farmers, researchers and stakeholders on four commercial farms with four complexity treatments for three cropping cycles in each farm was set to ensure appropriate implementation. The results show that a local maize variety performed better in complex agroecosystems than in monocultures. Velvet-bean and chickens reduced weed infestation by 47% to 64% and 18% to 42% from organic and conventional monocultures with 13% to 75% lower maize damage by stemborers and cutworms. Velvet-bean added nitrogen (ca. 40–100 kg N/ha) in intercropped systems, while chicken manure added 74 kg N/ha. Maize yields in complex systems were 6% to 47% and 8% to 34% higher than in organic and conventional monocultures. Farmers’ feedback was positive for all organic systems and ranked low for conventional on socio-cultural aspects. Interaction among local maize, legumes and chickens shaped the synergistic power of combining culture, nature and science through co-experimentation to protect bio-cultural diversity while enhancing food sovereignty and security. en text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/re-designing-organic-maize-systems-to-improve-a-local-maize-yield 10.1080/21683565.2026.2660107 https://edepot.wur.nl/714425 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/322dc6b9-b444-4bb7-b74a-a92825fa1a59 2026-04-20 edurep openaire public dataset

Bovio, Marcella Dataset Data from: "Wild relatives of Chrysanthemum as sources of resistance against the thrips Frankliniella occidentalis" 2026 Chrysanthemum is one of the most important ornamental crops worldwide. Cultivation of Chrysanthemum is affected by infestations of thrips, of which in Europe Frankliniella occidentalis is the most important species. Although genetic variation for thrips resistance in Chrysanthemum cultivars has been observed, no strong thrips resistance has been successfully introduced in breeding programmes. Crop wild relatives can be sources of resistance traits, but information on the thrips-resistance level of wild species in the Chrysanthemum genus or of species in the related genus Artemisia is not yet available. Therefore, we screened 47 accessions from 23 Chrysanthemum species and related genera in whole plant assays for thrips population build-up and in leaf-disc assays for larval development and survival. We identified several wild Chrysanthemum and Artemisia accessions on which population build-up was reduced, survival was low, and development of larvae was inhibited. On five highly resistant accessions, larvae were impaired in their development at the first larval stage (L1), effectively interrupting the life cycle of thrips. Next, we investigated the possible role of T-shaped and glandular trichomes in thrips resistance and found a positive correlation between arrested development in the L2 stage and higher density of T-shaped trichomes. However, not all the resistant accessions showed higher trichome density, suggesting that the latter accessions contain other resistance mechanisms. The identified resistant and susceptible wild relatives of Chrysanthemum may be used in further studies to elucidate the mechanism and the genetics of thrips resistance, and resistant accessions could be used as sources of thrips resistance in Chrysanthemum breeding programmes. Wageningen University & Research text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/datasets/data-from-wild-relatives-of-chrysanthemum-as-sources-of-resistanc 10.5281/zenodo.14049714 https://edepot.wur.nl/714424 chrysanthemum frankliniella occidentalis host plant resistance insect resistance thrips larval development western flower thrips wild relatives Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/4b4262d6-27e9-4904-ba4e-83d4bd8a287f 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Bovio, M. Huang, R. Strijker, M.F. Voorrips, R.E. van Loon, J.J.A. Vosman, B. Caarls, L. Article/Letter to editor Euphytica 222 (2026) ISSN: 0014-2336 Wild relatives of Chrysanthemum as sources of resistance against the thrips Frankliniella occidentalis 2026 Chrysanthemum is one of the most important ornamental crops worldwide. Cultivation of Chrysanthemum is affected by infestations of thrips, of which in Europe Frankliniella occidentalis is the most important species. Although genetic variation for thrips resistance in Chrysanthemum cultivars has been observed, no strong thrips resistance has been successfully introduced in breeding programmes. Crop wild relatives can be sources of resistance traits, but information on the thrips-resistance level of wild species in the Chrysanthemum genus or of species in the related genus Artemisia is not yet available. Therefore, we screened 47 accessions from 23 Chrysanthemum species and related genera in whole plant assays for thrips population build-up and in leaf-disc assays for larval development and survival. We identified several wild Chrysanthemum and Artemisia accessions on which population build-up was reduced, survival was low, and development of larvae was inhibited. On five highly resistant accessions, larvae were impaired in their development at the first larval stage (L1), effectively interrupting the life cycle of thrips. Next, we investigated the possible role of T-shaped and glandular trichomes in thrips resistance and found a positive correlation between arrested development in the L2 stage and higher density of T-shaped trichomes. However, not all the resistant accessions showed higher trichome density, suggesting that the latter accessions contain other resistance mechanisms. The identified resistant and susceptible wild relatives of Chrysanthemum may be used in further studies to elucidate the mechanism and the genetics of thrips resistance, and resistant accessions could be used as sources of thrips resistance in Chrysanthemum breeding programmes. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/wild-relatives-of-chrysanthemum-as-sources-of-resistance-against- 10.1007/s10681-026-03723-8 https://edepot.wur.nl/714423 https://edepot.wur.nl/714423 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/047af1aa-a6e0-4817-958a-ea6c09eb0e42 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Schirpke, Uta Candiago, Sebastian Gray, Konrad Komossa, F. Hemminger, Karoline Meyer, Markus Schmitt, Thomas M. Zoderer, Brenda Maria Ebner, Manuel Article/Letter to editor Landscape and Urban Planning 273 (2026) ISSN: 0169-2046 Changing landscapes and their effects on non-material benefits: challenges and opportunities for landscape science 2026 Landscape changes are occurring at unprecedented rate and pace, affecting non-material benefits of human-nature interactions and highlighting the need for better integration of perceptions into decision-making. However, links between landscape changes and impacts on non-material benefits remain poorly understood, despite being core topics in landscape science. This paper aims to provide insights into current approaches to assess landscape changes and related impacts on non-material benefits, highlighting limitations and challenges of research in landscape science. In an interactive workshop setting, experts in landscape science collected and discussed assessment approaches to capture impacts on non-material benefits due to landscape changes as well as factors influencing perceptions of these changes. Current challenges and opportunities of research in landscape science are pointed out applying a Strengths–Weaknesses–Opportunities–Threats (SWOT) analysis. While landscape science as an interdisciplinary and increasingly transdisciplinary research field enables the holistic assessment of human-nature interactions and impacts from landscape changes on non-material benefits, conceptual and methodological issues limit knowledge production and hamper the integration into landscape planning and decision-making. Factors influencing perception of changes are still insufficiently understood, while technological developments can help to develop novel integrative methods. Landscape science has the potential to holistically assess the impacts on human-nature interactions caused by landscapes changes. However, there are several challenges and limitations that still need to be addressed, requiring a steady exchange between research and governance, as well as a better integration of the perception of diverse types of users and beneficiaries. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/changing-landscapes-and-their-effects-on-non-material-benefits-ch 10.1016/j.landurbplan.2026.105667 https://edepot.wur.nl/714422 https://edepot.wur.nl/714422 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f0110d17-0179-4ffc-b37c-80d88ae7e0af 2026-04-21

Zhao, Zhiyuan van Belzen, Jim van Sluis, Christiaan de Smit, Jaco Wu, Mingxuan van Ijzerloo, Lennart van Poppel, Jan Somers, Pim van der Heide, Tjisse Hofstede, Remment Ter Kardinaal, Edwin Kamermans, Pauline van de Koppel, Johan Bertolini, Camilla Bouma, Tjeerd J. Article/Letter to editor One Earth (2026) ISSN: 2590-3330 Short-term hydro-sediment dynamics govern reef restoration success in temperate marginal seas 2026 Temperate marginal seas once hosted extensive flat oyster reefs that sustained biodiversity and ecosystem functioning but have lost more than 97% of their extent. Restoring these habitats remains limited by the lack of a quantitative understanding of the physical boundaries for reef persistence. Here, we addressed this gap through a pioneering restoration experiment in the 32-m-deep North Sea, combining in situ and mesocosm studies to identify critical thresholds. We found that the establishment of reintroduced oysters is governed by distinct dislodgement and burial thresholds, with short-term hydro-sediment dynamics outweighing long-term water quality as the primary drivers of restoration outcomes. Building on these thresholds, we assessed restoration feasibility across European marginal seas, revealing spatially explicit opportunities and informing risk-based strategy design. This study underscores the need to incorporate short-term hydro-sediment disturbances into climate-resilient restoration planning for European marginal seas and provides a transferable approach for advancing restoration across other marginal seas globally en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/f0110d17-0179-4ffc-b37c-80d88ae7e0af 10.1016/j.oneear.2026.101679 https://edepot.wur.nl/714421 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/815ad96b-d7d1-4d07-8e51-48502d46bc10 2026-04-20 edurep openaire public thesis

Peeters, N.G.J. McAllister, J.W. de Snoo, G.R. Sleutels, J.J.M. Doctoral thesis Exoot : De begripsgeschiedenis van invasie-ecologie, van Linnaeus tot Darwin 2026 This dissertation examines the conceptual history of invasion ecology from the eighteenth to the nineteenth century, focusing on how alien plants came to be identified, classified, and evaluated within natural history and early ecological thought. Central to the dissertation is the claim that three semantic shifts structured changing understandings of alien plants. These shifts successively frame alien species as colonists, as invasives, and as weeds. The first shift is located in the work of Carolus Linnaeus and his student Jon Flygare, particularly in their 1768 treatise De coloniis plantarum, which offers a systematic account of plant colonization and the role of purposeful and accidental human-mediated dispersal. The second shift concerns the emergence of the concept of invasion in the nineteenth century, most notably in the writings of Charles Darwin and Charles Lyell, who begin to characterize exotic plants and animals that spread rapidly and cause the displacement or extinction of aboriginal flora and fauna as invasive. The final shift addresses the mid-nineteenth-century re-evaluation of exotic plants as weeds. This development coincides with the first reported plant plagues in Europe and the colonies and marks the emergence of a new class of weeds understood as plants that are out of place in nature. nl Noordboek text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/815ad96b-d7d1-4d07-8e51-48502d46bc10 10.60602/1887-4287367 https://edepot.wur.nl/714420 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/fe1b6e07-ebac-45d0-985d-49b0be0bed69 2026-04-20

van Rijssel, J.C. Claus, Maximiliaan Van Kessel, Nils Liefveld, Wendy de Koning, M.J. van Emmerik, Willie Article/Letter to editor Visionair : het vakblad van sportvisserij Nederland 20 (2026) 79 ISSN: 1569-7533 Maasmonsters met een missie : Dieet en gedrag van Europese meerval bij het stuw- en sluiscomplex bij Lith 2026 Met de gestage opmars van de meerval in de Nederlandsewateren rijst ook de vraag wat het effect deze apex predatorop de inheemse visstand heeft. Met de gestage opmars van de meerval in de Nederlandse wateren rijst ook de vraag wat voor effect deze apex predator op de inheemse visstand heeft. nl application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/maasmonsters-met-een-missie-dieet-en-gedrag-van-europese-meerval- https://edepot.wur.nl/714197 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/cca4b90d-221a-42cd-ac09-77fa5ef120d1 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Fijen, Thijs de Groot, Arjen External research report Natuurinclusieve landbouw met boekweit voor bestuivers : De bijdrage van boekweitteelt op wilde bestuiverpopulaties en de invloed van honingbijen 2026 Since 2020, Wageningen University & Research, has been investigating the contribution of buckwheat production, a high-potential crop for nature-inclusive agriculture in the Netherlands, as a resource for pollinators. Buckwheat strongly depends on insect pollination, which – in the absence of sufficient wild pollinators – most likely makes it a necessity to place honeybee hives near the crop fields to avoid pollination deficits. This report describes the results of a set of field experiments that has been investigating (1) the effects of a local presence of honeybee hives on honeybee abundance in the buckwheat fields as well is in other agricultural fields in its direct surroundings and in nearby nature areas, and (2) the long-term effects of buckwheat production on populations of wild pollinators in the buckwheat fields and surrounding agricultural fields Wageningen University & Research doet sinds 2020 onderzoek naar de bijdrage van boekweitteelt voor bestuivers in het kader van natuurinclusieve landbouw. Boekweit is sterk afhankelijk van insectenbestuiving, en dus is plaatsing van honingbijkasten waarschijnlijk noodzakelijk om te voorzien in een goede gewasbestuiving als er niet voldoende wilde bestuivers aanwezig zijn. Dit rapport beschrijft de resultaten van een veldonderzoek dat heeft gekeken naar (1) de effecten van het plaatsen van honingbijkasten op de dichtheid van honingbijen in de boekweit en in het omringende agrarische landschap en nabijgelegen natuurgebieden, en (2) de langetermijneffecten van boekweitteelt op de wilde bestuivergemeenschap in het perceel en in het omringende agrarische landschap nl Wageningen Environmental Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/natuurinclusieve-landbouw-met-boekweit-voor-bestuivers-de-bijdrag 10.18174/713376 https://edepot.wur.nl/713376 https://edepot.wur.nl/713376 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/ee5fa5e0-4401-4205-978b-4a6228431bdf 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Ohenhen, Leonard O. Shirzaei, Manoochehr Kumar, Praveen Aditiya, Arif Tiwari, Ashutosh Davis, James L. Kolawole, Folarin Chaussard, Estelle Sadhasivam, Nitheshnirmal Dasho, Oluwaseyi Zhong, Wen James, Roselyn H. Daramola, Samuel Nicholls, Robert J. Minderhoud, Philip S.J. Article/Letter to editor Science Advances 12 (2026) 15 ISSN: 2375-2548 Land subsidence on Java Island and its contributions to relative sea level change 2026 Rising sea levels and land subsidence combine to determine relative sea level (RSL) rise, which is intensifying coastal hazards. However, many densely populated regions lack the observational infrastructure to identify and quantify land subsidence contribution to RSL, hindering effective planning of responses. Here, we used satellite radar observations to generate a high-resolution assessment of land subsidence across Java Island, Indonesia, and evaluate its contribution to 21st-century RSL change. We identify widespread and temporally evolving subsidence with rates ranging from 1 to 15 cm/year in multiple coastal cities. Using machine learning spatiotemporal clustering and ancillary datasets, we attribute the dominant subsidence mechanisms to resource extraction across various geographic and geological settings. We further construct virtual tide gauges at 5-km intervals along the northern coastline, revealing that contemporary subsidence will dominate RSL budgets over the next 25 years along >75% of the coast. These findings underscore the urgent need to integrate subsidence into sea level risk and adaptation assessments in vulnerable coastal regions. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/land-subsidence-on-java-island-and-its-contributions-to-relative- 10.1126/sciadv.aec0172 https://edepot.wur.nl/714413 https://edepot.wur.nl/714413 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/0e85a2a1-daee-4777-991d-946af34fc906 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

Fijen, Thijs External research report Potentie van massaal bloeiende gewassen voor bestuivers : Bijdrage van massaal bloeiende gewassen aan herstel van bestuivers in agrarische landschappen 2026 Wild pollinators are under significant pressure, especially in agricultural landscapes. Although considerable research and policy efforts have focused on measures such as flower strips and restored landscape elements, temporary interventions have proven to be only marginally effective for long-term recovery. Moreover, these measures often require taking valuable farmland out of production. An overlooked complementary approach is the use of mass-flowering crops, which, due to their large share of the landscape, can substantially increase food availability for pollinators. This exploratory study analyses the potential of perennial, annual and leguminous crops, including crops that are currently grown only to a limited extent in the Netherlands but may become more relevant due to climate and policy changes. Based on literature and field research, existing knowledge on pollinator communities and the ways in which crops can contribute to population recovery was examined. In addition, the empirical evidence for diversification methods such as strip cropping, intercropping and agroforestry was reviewed. The analysis of more than thirty crop groups shows that several crops have clear potential. Buckwheat, lupin, oilseed rape, faba bean and various clover species demonstrate positive effects on pollinator populations. Fruit crops and flowering cover crops can also play important complementary roles, although their impact varies with flowering period and pollinator group. It is recommended that further research focuses on how orchards can extend the flowering period, the effect of undersowing in maize, and the contribution of specific small crops. Wilde bestuivers staan sterk onder druk, vooral in agrarische landschappen. Hoewel er veel onderzoek en beleid is gericht op maatregelen, zoals bloemenstroken en herstelde landschapselementen, blijken vooral tijdelijke ingrepen weinig effectief voor duurzaam herstel. Bovendien kosten deze maatregelen vaak waardevolle landbouwgrond. Een onderbelichte aanvullende route is het benutten van massaal bloeiende gewassen, die door hun grote oppervlakte in het landschap substantieel kunnen bijdragen aan voedselbeschikbaarheid voor bestuivers. Dit verkennende onderzoek analyseert de potentie van meerjarige, eenjarige en vlinderbloemige gewassen, inclusief gewassen die in Nederland nog weinig worden geteeld, maar relevant kunnen worden door klimaat- en beleidsveranderingen. Op basis van literatuuronderzoek is gekeken naar aanwezige kennis over bestuivergemeenschappen en de wijze waarop gewassen kunnen bijdragen aan herstel van populaties. Daarnaast is met literatuuronderzoek verkend welk empirisch bewijs bestaat voor gewasdiversificatiemethoden zoals strokenteelt, mengteelt en agroforestry. Uit de analyse van meer dan dertig gewasgroepen blijkt dat verschillende gewassen duidelijke potentie hebben. Boekweit, lupine, koolzaad, veldboon en diverse klaversoorten laten aantoonbare positieve effecten zien op bestuiverpopulaties. Ook fruitgewassen en bloeiende vanggewassen kunnen belangrijke aanvullende functies vervullen, al verschilt hun impact per bloeitijd en bestuivergroep. Aanbevolen wordt om verder te onderzoeken hoe een verlengde bloeiboog binnen fruitboomgaarden, onderzaai van bloeiende vanggewassen in mais, en kleine gewassen kunnen bijdragen aan bestuiverherstel. nl Wageningen Environmental Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/potentie-van-massaal-bloeiende-gewassen-voor-bestuivers-bijdrage- 10.18174/713374 https://edepot.wur.nl/713374 https://edepot.wur.nl/713374 Life Science (c) open_access_other Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7021748e-5cba-497a-b6de-432c64ed225e 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Vural Gürsel, I. Elbersen, B.S. Ballemans, H.L.M. Abdulbawab, S. Gülşah, Yilan Khosravi, Alireza Zaeemi, Majid Ladu, Luana Rasheed, Mariam Van Acker, Joris Hallez, Tobi Bianchi, Marco Clavell, Janire Garcia Laverde, Laura Garcia Diaz, Carlota External research report D3.3 Case study assessment results 2026 The goal of achieving net-zero emissions by the European economy by 2050 demands a shift from linear, fossil-based systems to circular, biobased systems. This transition is vital for meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and reconciling environmental protection with sustainable growth. However, the complexity of the transition relies on societal transformations, cutting-edge technologies, and multi-actor processes, requiring a new economic framework and policy priorities that align with the European Green Deal. This report presents the SUSTRACK results on case study assessments (task 3.3). In task 3.1, 10 case studies were selected, and later an additional case study was included. In task 2.1, the SUSTRACK – Circular Bioeconomy Monitoring System, was developed. In task 3.2, validation of this monitoring system was carried out and guidelines for the implementation of the case study assessment were prepared. For this, the monitoring system was tested, and the most relevant indicators were identified for each case study. Additionally, guidelines were made for mapping stakeholders and policy instruments, and for the collection of information for the case study analysis. This report builds on the work carried out in task 3.2. The guidance and methodology for case study analysis is followed for the assessment of the 11 selected case studies. Additionally, in task 3.3 stakeholder engagements were used to gather input for the case studies. This includes, besides dedicated interviews with targeted stakeholders, input gathered at the INSPIRE and DESIGN co-creation workshops. The findings from these engagements were categorised into three dimensions: market, policy, and sustainability. The outcomes from these case study assessments serve as input for other work packages (WPs), especially for WP4 for the analysis of each sector by means of the Green Economy Model and for WP5 for the identification of policy priorities, the definition of policy actions based on discussions on challenges and opportunities. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/d33-case-study-assessment-results https://edepot.wur.nl/714380 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/2733fa7e-b3bf-494b-8f14-2a71e844fee9 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Elbersen, B.S. Vural Gürsel, I. Ballemans, H.L.M. Gülşah, Yilan Ladu, Luana Rasheed, Mariam Van Acker, Joris Hallez, Tobi Garcia Laverde, Laura Clavell, Janire Khosravi, Alireza Zaeemi, Majid Garcia Diaz, Carlota External research report D3.4 Overall findings, recommendations and conclusions from the case studies 2026 The goal of achieving net-zero emissions by the European economy by 2050 demands a shift from linear, fossil-based systems to circular, bio-based systems. This transition is vital for meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and reconciling environmental protection with sustainable growth. However, the complexity of the transition relies on societal transformations, cutting-edge technologies, and multi-actor processes, requiring a new economic framework and policy priorities that align with the European Green Deal. This report presents the SUSTRACK task 3.4 overall findings, recommendations and conclusions from the case study assessments. In task 3.1, 10 case studies were selected; later, an additional case study was included. In task 2.1, the SUSTRACK – Circular Bioeconomy Monitoring System was developed. In task 3.2, validation of this monitoring system was carried out, and guidelines for the implementation of the case study assessment were prepared. For this, the monitoring system was tested, and the most relevant and suitable indicators were identified for each case study. Additionally, guidelines were made for mapping stakeholders and policy instruments, and for the collection of information and data for the case study analysis. Task 3.3 builds on the work carried out in task 3.2. The guidance and methodology for case study analysis, as set out in deliverable 3.2, are followed for the assessment of the 11 selected case studies. Additionally, in task 3.3, stakeholder engagements were used in gathering input for the case studies. This includes, besides dedicated interviews with targeted stakeholders, input gathered at the INSPIRE and DESIGN co-creation workshops. The findings from these engagements were categorised into three dimensions: market, policy, and sustainability. The outcomes from these case study assessments serve as input for other work packages (WPs), especially for WP4 for the analysis of each sector by means of the Green Economy Model and for WP5 for the identification of policy priorities, the definition of policy actions based on discussions on challenges and opportunities. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/d34-overall-findings-recommendations-and-conclusions-from-the-cas https://edepot.wur.nl/714379 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1645265b-9acb-4127-8db9-ce812b18f944 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public publickb

School, J.J.M. Kampen, J. Koole, M. Volwater, J.J.J. External research report A-toomkuilsurvey 2025 : IJsselmeer en Markermeer 2026 In 2021 is een start gemaakt met een nieuwe vismonitoringsreeks voor het IJsselmeer en Markermeer op basis van gestandaardiseerde jaarlijkse bemonsteringen met een A-toomkuil en stortkuil. Deze nieuwe monitoringsreeks is gestart na geluiden vanuit de visserijsector dat de reguliere bemonstering met de verhoogde boomkor geen volledig representatief beeld zou geven van de visstand op het IJssel- en Markermeer. Met de A-toomkuil zou een breder spectrum aan soorten en lengteklassen worden bemonsterd. Het ministerie van Landbouw, Visserij, Voedselzekerheid en Natuur (LVVN) heeft daarom opdracht gegeven aan Wageningen Marine Research (WMR) om naast de reguliere vismonitoring met de boomkor ook een bemonsteringsprogramma met de A-toomkuil uit te voeren. Op termijn moet hiermee worden vastgesteld of de A-toomkuilsurvey daadwerkelijk een representatiever beeld geeft van de visstand op het IJsselmeer en Markermeer, en uiteindelijk ook de reguliere boomkorbemonstering eventueel zou kunnen gaan vervangen. Om beide monitoringsreeksen goed met elkaar te kunnen vergelijken (met zo min mogelijk invloed van willekeurige (tijds)variatie), zal de A-toomkuilsurvey naar verwachting nog een aantal jaren parallel aan de boomkorsurvey worden uitgevoerd. Bij eventuele vervanging van de reguliere boomkormonitoring zal ook moeten worden bekeken in hoeverre de A-toomkuilsurvey voldoet aan de eisen en informatiebehoeften die volgen uit de Visserijwet, de Europese Kaderrichtlijn Water (KRW) en Natura2000. De monitoring wordt in samenwerking met beroepsvissers, ATKB en Wageningen Marine Research opgezet en uitgevoerd, waardoor de resultaten breed gedragen worden door betrokkenen en belangenpartijen. De opzet van de monitoring is daarbij gebaseerd op een pilot die binnen een Europees Fonds voor Maritieme Zaken en Visserij project in samenwerking met stichting Transitie IJsselmeer, AT-KB en beroepsvissers is uitgevoerd in 2018 en 2019. In de komende jaren zal de methode zoveel mogelijk (gestandaardiseerd) uitgevoerd worden. In september en oktober 2025 zijn er in totaal 74 A-toomkuiltrekken uitgevoerd, waarvan 42 op het IJsselmeer en 32 op het Markermeer. Daarnaast zijn er 19 stortkuiltrekken uitgevoerd in de ondiepere delen, waarvan 10 op het IJsselmeer en 9 op het Markermeer. Alle bemonsteringen zijn in het donker uitgevoerd. Goede communicatie van de deelnemende visserijbedrijven in samenspraak met de Producentenorganisatie (PO) IJsselmeer resulteerde in een goede afstemming met beroepsvissers met staandwantnetten, wat ertoe heeft geleid dat in vrijwel alle situaties ruimte is gemaakt voor het onderzoek in de meren, ook in de diepe putten in het Markermeer. Alle vooraf geplande trekken zijn dit jaar uitgevoerd. Vergeleken met vorig jaar is een trek in een zandwindput verlegd naar een diepte van 4-6 m, vanwege het dichtslibben van de zandwinput. Daarnaast is er een trek toegevoegd aan de oostkant van Marker Wadden en een trek in het IJmeer. Op zowel het IJsselmeer als het Markermeer is het totale vangstsucces (kg/ha) over alle soorten samen in 2025 vergelijkbaar met die in 2024, maar hoger dan in de andere jaren 2021-2023. Op het IJsselmeer gaat het voornamelijk om een hoger vangstsucces van snoekbaars en brasem, maar is het vangstsucces van spiering en baars daarentegen lager in 2025 dan in 2024. Op het Markermeer was het vangstsucces van snoekbaars iets lager in 2025 dan in 2024, maar beslaat het samen met brasem nog steeds de helft van het totale vangstsucces op het Markermeer. Van snoekbaars werd in 2025 minder eerste jaarklasse gevangen op het Markermeer t.o.v. van 2024, terwijl meer eerstejaars snoekbaars werd gevangen op het IJsselmeer t.o.v. het jaar ervoor. Het vangstsucces in gewicht in 2025 op beide meren is van de eerste jaarklasse blankvoorn en baars gelijk of toegenomen t.o.v. van 2024, maar afgenomen voor de oudere jaarklassen. Voor brasem is het vangstsucces in gewicht in 2025 lager voor de eerste jaarklasse op beide meren. Daarentegen is het vangstsucces van grote brasem (> 30 cm) in 2025 op beide meren hoger. nl Wageningen Marine Research application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/a-toomkuilsurvey-2025-ijsselmeer-en-markermeer 10.18174/713602 https://edepot.wur.nl/713602 https://edepot.wur.nl/713602 Life Science (c) publisher Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f82bea09-125e-4c01-a74a-c155001238e9 2026-04-19

de van der Schueren, Marian Other AI geeft zorgwekkende dieetadviezen aan jongeren. 'Ze stoelen niet op feiten' 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/ai-geeft-zorgwekkende-dieetadviezen-aan-jongeren-ze-stoelen-niet- Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/86cbe4e8-3b89-4aaf-90b5-0a672ebb2b8e 2026-04-19

Snelders, Eveline Other Agrarische schimmelbestrijding laat sporen na in ziekenhuizen 2026 Life Science https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/agrarische-schimmelbestrijding-laat-sporen-na-in-ziekenhuizen Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/507f7e41-a789-4553-a3bb-21834fee809a 2026-04-20 edurep

van Vliet, Arnold Other Aantal tekenbeten schiet omhoog, 'muizen mogelijk de oorzaak' 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/aantal-tekenbeten-schiet-omhoog-muizen-mogelijk-de-oorzaak https://edepot.wur.nl/714360 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/3f241b11-e23a-4bef-aec9-2005c8e699f2 2026-04-20 edurep

Stoffers, Twan Other 325 Long-neglected migratory freshwater fish species need protection now: Report 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/325-long-neglected-migratory-freshwater-fish-species-need-protect https://edepot.wur.nl/714359 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/b97ac053-91e6-4191-9fca-c12662a9d9f1 2026-04-20 edurep

van Vliet, Arnold Other 2025 telde meeste tekenbeetmeldingen in vijf jaar 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/b97ac053-91e6-4191-9fca-c12662a9d9f1 https://edepot.wur.nl/714358 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/207e40ba-41f6-4851-92dd-3d7cfb85fb3d 2026-04-20

Kleijn, David Ploeg, Remco Other Ode aan de aloude Zuid-Limburgse graften: ‘waardeloze’ strook grond perfecte verbinding tussen bijzondere natuurgebieden 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/ode-aan-de-aloude-zuid-limburgse-graften-waardeloze-strook-grond- https://edepot.wur.nl/714357 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/162e12a9-227a-4b36-8a30-2f1c3f8dc8ec 2026-04-20 edurep

Minderhoud, Philip Seeger, Katharina Other Global sea levels have been underestimated due to poor modelling, research suggests 2026 text/html https://research.wur.nl/en/clippings/global-sea-levels-have-been-underestimated-due-to-poor-modelling- https://edepot.wur.nl/714356 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/88dd453b-72d9-4390-86c7-0f7e5aee23f7 2026-04-20 edurep publickb

Wind, Tamara Bruinenberg, M.H. Bos, J.A. Galama, P.J. de Haan, M.H.A. Other Using data-driven grassland tools and fresh grass analyses to reduce dietary crude protein 2026 en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/using-data-driven-grassland-tools-and-fresh-grass-analyses-to-red https://edepot.wur.nl/714337 https://edepot.wur.nl/714337 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7669cfd5-e581-4457-975a-5ebb370c6c8c 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Zwart, Nienke R.K. Ueland, Per Magne McCann, Adrian McKay, Jill A. Rütten, Heidi Bogers, Johannes A. de Wilt, Johannes H.W. Kampman, Ellen Kok, Dieuwertje E. Article/Letter to editor Clinical and Translational Radiation Oncology 59 (2026) ISSN: 2405-6308 Plasma serine and glycine in relation to clinical outcomes following neoadjuvant radiotherapy for rectal cancer 2026 Introduction: There is substantial variation in radiotherapy response among patients with rectal cancer. The amino acids serine and glycine have been proposed as radiosensitizers in preclinical studies. Here, we explored associations between plasma serine, glycine, and their ratio and clinical outcomes following neoadjuvant treatment for rectal cancer, including tumour downstaging and cancer recurrence. Methods: Based on a prospective cohort study, 288 patients with stage I-III rectal cancer were included. Blood was collected around diagnosis and plasma levels of serine and glycine were measured using GC–MS/MS. Tumour downstaging was defined as T-classification downstaging (pT < cT) after neoadjuvant treatment and recurrence included locoregional recurrences and distant metastases occurring in the 5-years after surgery. Regression models were used to calculate relative risks (RR) and hazard ratios (HR) and their 95% confidence intervals (CI) for tumour downstaging and recurrence, respectively. Results: Tumour downstaging was observed in 41% (n = 117) of the patients and the 5-year recurrence rate was 23% (n = 67). Serine, glycine, and their ratio were not associated with tumour downstaging. A higher serine/glycine ratio was associated with a lower risk of cancer recurrence (HRperdoubling 0.47, 95%CI 0.22–0.99) and tumour downstaging was associated with lower risk of cancer recurrence (HR 0.40, 95%CI 0.22–0.70). Conclusion: This is the first study demonstrating a potential association between the serine/glycine ratio, an indicator of SHMT enzyme activity, and rectal cancer recurrence. Further studies are warranted to confirm these findings, as well as investigate underlying biological mechanisms and potentially explore strategies to target SHMT enzyme activity in the context of cancer treatment. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/plasma-serine-and-glycine-in-relation-to-clinical-outcomes-follow 10.1016/j.ctro.2026.101159 https://edepot.wur.nl/714334 https://edepot.wur.nl/714334 Cancer recurrence Glycine Radiotherapy Rectal cancer Serine https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8523f8c9-2d44-41cd-995f-2b6df03aa9e2 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Huang, Yanyang Smeets, Paul A.M. Schrooten, Stefanie Boesveldt, Sanne Article/Letter to editor Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews 186 (2026) ISSN: 0149-7634 Neural correlates of olfactory dysfunction : A systematic review 2026 Olfactory dysfunction affects over 20% of the population. Despite progress in understanding its neural pathophysiology, research remains fragmented. This systematic review synthesizes evidence of brain structural and functional measures, and their association with clinical characteristics (e.g., etiology, duration) in patients with olfactory dysfunction. This may help to identify neural correlates and potential neuroimaging biomarkers of olfactory dysfunction’s severity and progression. Following PRISMA guidelines, we screened 2374 papers and included 164 studies. Structural MRI studies consistently reported reduced olfactory bulb volume and/or sulcus depth, alongside gray matter reduction in the orbitofrontal cortex, hippocampus, insula, and amygdala in acquired olfactory dysfunction and paradoxical increases in congenital anosmia. Diffusion tensor imaging studies showed widespread white matter abnormalities, with prominent fractional anisotropy reductions. Resting-state and task-based fMRI studies showed heterogeneous, global alterations in connectivity and/or reactivity. PET/SPECT studies generally reported reduced perfusion or hypometabolism in frontal regions, especially in the orbitofrontal regions. Dopamine transporter imaging showed more frequent dopaminergic deficits in Parkinson’s and prodromal individuals with hyposmia. Electroencephalography studies, despite methodological heterogeneity, generally found prolonged latencies and reduced amplitudes in olfactory event-related potentials. Across techniques, these brain alterations often showed low-to-moderate correlations with olfactory function. Although etiological and methodological heterogeneity currently obstructs the identification of robust neuroimaging biomarkers of olfactory dysfunction’s severity and progression, current evidence indicates that olfactory dysfunction involves widespread structural and functional alterations, mainly in olfaction-related areas, with the orbitofrontal cortex as a key area emerging across techniques. Large-scale, standardized studies are needed to enable stratified diagnosis and personalized prognosis. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/neural-correlates-of-olfactory-dysfunction-a-systematic-review 10.1016/j.neubiorev.2026.106665 https://edepot.wur.nl/714331 https://edepot.wur.nl/714331 EEG MRI Neuroimaging Olfactory dysfunction PET SPECT Smell https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/c32e66e2-b02f-4263-980e-76d356452a56 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Guo, Yutong Stibora, Miranda Kooi, Merel Strokal, Maryna Hofstra, Nynke Koelmans, Albert A. Article/Letter to editor Water Research 299 (2026) ISSN: 0043-1354 Global modeling of the role of microplastics in riverine pathogen transport, exposure, and risks 2026 Concern persists that pathogens attaching to microplastics (MPs) may spread farther in rivers and elevate public health risks. Yet whether pathogen flux carried on riverine MP substantially augments transport via river water is unknown. We quantified, under global river conditions, the fraction of pathogen transport attributable to MP attachment. Riverine MP concentrations were simulated with the MARINA-Plastics model and pathogen concentrations with the GloWPa model at a global sub-basin resolution. We assessed Cryptosporidium worldwide and Escherichia coli (E. coli) for China at the same sub-basin resolution. For the first time, outputs from MP and pathogen models were integrated to estimate MP-pathogen binding probabilistically across rivers. Attachment was represented with an empirical Freundlich sorption formulation parameterized from literature data. Predicted MP-bound E. coli concentrations exceeded those of Cryptosporidium, reflecting stronger sorption and higher bacterial abundances. Despite this, under the current modeling framework and parameterization, the contribution of MP to the total pathogen transport flux is minimal and, based on available evidence, does not warrant prioritization as an independent public health risk source. The framework can be extended to evaluate risks from hazardous particles and co-transported contaminants, including other pathogens, metals, and organic chemicals, to inform evidence-based policy and monitoring priorities. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/global-modeling-of-the-role-of-microplastics-in-riverine-pathogen 10.1016/j.watres.2026.125877 https://edepot.wur.nl/714330 https://edepot.wur.nl/714330 Abrasion Global rivers Microplastics Pathogens Transport Vector https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d89d883a-405f-4626-aff5-93f382b94226 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Frostenberg, Hannah C. Costa-Surós, Montserrat Georgakaki, Paraskevi Proske, Ulrike Sotiropoulou, Georgia May, Eleanor Neubauer, David Eriksson, Patrick Gonçalves Ageitos, María Nenes, Athanasios Pérez García-Pando, Carlos Seland, Øyvind Ickes, Luisa Article/Letter to editor npj Climate and Atmospheric Science 9 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2397-3722 Large discrepancies in dominant microphysical processes governing mixed-phase clouds across climate models 2026 The balance between liquid and ice in clouds remains a major challenge in climate modeling, largely due to uncertainties in ice-related processes. We investigate the relative importance of four microphysical processes—primary ice nucleation (PIN), secondary ice production (SIP), sedimentation, and transport of ice crystals—for the supercooled liquid fraction (SLF) in mixed-phase clouds using three global climate models: EC-Earth3-AerChem, NorESM2-MM, and ECHAM6.3-HAM2.3. All models identify PIN as the dominant influence on SLF at cold temperatures in high northern latitudes, but diverge elsewhere and for higher temperatures. Implementing a unified SIP parameterization produced varied model responses, revealing fundamental differences in how microphysical processes interact within each model framework. These discrepancies suggest that each model prioritizes different processes in shaping the cloud phase. Such divergence may limit the reliability of conclusions regarding microphysical processes drawn from any single model. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/large-discrepancies-in-dominant-microphysical-processes-governing 10.1038/s41612-026-01342-7 https://edepot.wur.nl/714328 https://edepot.wur.nl/714328 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/80eb4cb8-5cbe-4136-ad91-38753cd0a483 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Menon, Rohan Andreadis, Stefanos S. Koenraadt, Constantianus J.M. Verhulst, Niels O. Ignell, Rickard Hill, Sharon R. Article/Letter to editor Parasites and Vectors 19 (2026) 1 ISSN: 1756-3305 Relative proportion and contrasting host preference of Culex pipiens biotypes across Europe 2026 Background: The primary vector of West Nile virus (WNV) in Europe, Culex pipiens, has two morphologically identical but behaviorally and genetically distinct biotypes, here referred to as Pipiens and Molestus. Pipiens and Molestus, and their hybrids, are differentially distributed across Europe and display variable patterns of blood-feeding on birds and humans across the continent, but whether host choice correlates with host preference is unclear. Methods: Samples of mosquitoes were collected and subsequently biotyped using real-time PCR, following which the relative proportions of each biotype and the hybrids was recorded and their host preference analyzed using a two-choice trapping assay. Each trapping assay consisted of two BG-Sentinel type 2 traps, which were baited with CO2 and either a synthetic human odor blend or a chicken odor blend. The trapping assays were conducted in peri-urban sites in the Netherlands, Switzerland and Greece. Results: The relative proportions of Molestus and hybrids were higher in Greece than in the northern locations, while Pipiens remained the dominant biotype across all trapping locations. In Greece, the host preference of Pipiens and Molestus was for avian and human odors, respectively, whereas the host preference was reversed in the Netherlands and Switzerland. The hybrids were opportunistic in host preference regardless of trapping location. Conclusions: The relative proportions of Pipiens and Molestus and their hybrids vary across Europe. The observed variance in host preference, ranging from opportunistic to weakly ornithophilic for Pipiens, from ornithophilic to mildly anthropophillic for Molestus and opportunistic for hybrids—depending on latitude—may have an impact on WNV transmission. This study highlights the discrepancy between host choice and host preference, and the efficacy of the synthetic host odor blends for surveilling the relative proportion and host preference of Cx. pipiens. This methodology provides a framework and the tools required for a more accurate assessment of vectorial capacity and prediction of WNV outbreaks, and may be used to understand the genetic mechanisms regulating host preference. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/relative-proportion-and-contrasting-host-preference-of-culex-pipi 10.1186/s13071-026-07375-4 https://edepot.wur.nl/714327 https://edepot.wur.nl/714327 Chicken odor Host preference Human odor Molestus Pipiens Relative proportion https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1025f383-c173-4eae-a473-b4540e62534e 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

van der Werf, Jebbe Campmans, Geert Damveld, Johan Duong, Trang Minh Haan, Robert Jan den Horstman, Erik M. Huisman, Bas Krafft, Douglas van de Lageweg, Wietse Larsen, Bjarke Limpens, Juul Lodder, Quirijn Maarse, Maaike McFall, Brian C. Price, Timothy Ruessink, Gerben Schaafsma, Marije de Schipper, Matthieu Wijsman, Jeroen Part of book or chapter of book Coastal Research Library ISBN: 9783032154767 Sand Nourishments : Review of Research and Introduction of the SOURCE Project 2026 Sand nourishments have become a popular management option to mitigate coastal retreat for sites with abundant sand supplies. Off-site sand is placed on the dry beach or under water at typical water depths up to 10 m. This nearshore zone has a high bed level variability and contains a cascade of morphological features. This makes the understanding and forecasting of nourishment morphodynamics and impacts challenging. The emerging climate-change effects, sea-level rise in particular, call for significant progress on this topic in due time. This paper presents an overview of field, laboratory and modeling studies on nourishment morphodynamics. Four key knowledge gaps were identified. First, the spreading of nourished sand through the coastal zone is poorly understood, and has not been quantified. Second, it is unclear how design variables such as size, placement location and grain-size affect the nourishment lifetime, spreading and impact. Third, the cumulative effect of repeated nourishments on the coastal system is unknown. Fourth, models are not capable to reliably predict the morphological development and impact of nourishments. To tackle these knowledge gaps, we have launched the SOURCE research project. en Springer application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/sand-nourishments-review-of-research-and-introduction-of-the-sour 10.1007/978-3-032-15477-4_35 https://edepot.wur.nl/714326 https://edepot.wur.nl/714326 Coastal morphodynamics Field Measurements Laboratory Experiments Numerical Modeling Sand Nourishments https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/2a57dc72-09dc-4573-ad44-72b86b6ccc37 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Zilberman, David Zhuang, Jie Wesseler, Justus Khanna, Madhu Part of book or chapter of book Natural Resource Management and Policy ISBN: 9783032071118 What Is the Bioeconomy and How Does It Make a Difference? An Introduction 2026 The discovery of the DNA and the enhanced capacity to manage living organisms, combined with the challenges of climate change, food security, and rural development, led to the emergence of the concept of the bioeconomy. A broad definition of the bioeconomy is a sector of the economy that relies on living organisms and biological processes and services. The definition of the bioeconomy varies among nations reflecting different emphases and capabilities. The bioeconomy consists of multiple sectors and is evolving over time. This book is divided into three main segments. The first provides diverse perspectives on the bioeconomy, reflecting different geographic and disciplinary points of view. The second focuses on specific sectors and approaches within the bioeconomy and their development. The third presents several studies on emerging bioeconomy sectors in Latin America and other continents. en Springer application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/what-is-the-bioeconomy-and-how-does-it-make-a-difference-an-intro 10.1007/978-3-032-07112-5_1 https://edepot.wur.nl/714325 https://edepot.wur.nl/714325 Bioeconomy Biological resources Biotechnology Sustainable development https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/fbe5b4eb-ff87-4779-98c6-70dce7cdae6f 2026-04-22 edurep publickb

Renes, R.M. Ros, M.B.H. Regelink, I.C. Rietra, R.P.J.J. Blondeau, E.G.E. Other NH3 emissions from renure, cow slurry and their separated fractions 2026 en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/nhsub3sub-emissions-from-renure-cow-slurry-and-their-separated-fr https://edepot.wur.nl/713842 https://edepot.wur.nl/713842 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/62e48632-54aa-4544-8932-df3e9cd050c7 2026-04-22 edurep publickb

Renes, R.M. Ros, M.B.H. van Dijk, K.C. Rietra, R.P.J.J. Blondeau, E.G.E. Other NH3 and N₂O emissions from circular fertilisers 2026 en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/nhsub3sub-and-no-emissions-from-circular-fertilisers https://edepot.wur.nl/713843 https://edepot.wur.nl/713843 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d37cc58b-688c-4b3f-81a9-c89bb800899b 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Maciá-Vicente, Jose G. Gomes, Sofia I.F. Ampt, Eline A. Hennecke, Justus Bakker, Lisette M. van Ruijven, Jasper Mommer, Liesje Article/Letter to editor New Phytologist (2026) ISSN: 0028-646X The phylogenetic structure of plant communities drives the belowground transmission of fungal pathogens 2026 Biodiversity is known to influence disease risk, yet the pathways of pathogen transmission within plant communities remain poorly understood, especially belowground. In particular, how soil-borne pathogens move from resident vegetation and soil to colonize new hosts is unresolved. We traced belowground pathogen transmission using phytometer seedlings of two plant species planted in a long-term grassland biodiversity experiment. After 3 months, we characterized the fungal communities of phytometer roots, resident plant roots, and soil using high-throughput sequencing and the FungalTraits database to identify associations between pathogen taxonomy and plant families. Next, we related pathogen abundance to phytometer growth. The phylogenetic similarity of phytometers with resident plant species strongly predicted the relative abundance of pathogens that were considered family-specific, but not of pathogens without a clear host preference. However, neither pathogen abundance in phytometers nor resident plant biomass affected phytometer growth, which was best explained by the resident communities' species richness. Combining sequencing of fungal communities with in situ field manipulations enabled us to track the associations between multiple soil-borne pathogens and plant hosts within the full complexity of plant–soil systems. While pathogen dynamics were readily detectable, their consequences for plant performance may only become apparent over longer ecological timescales. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/the-phylogenetic-structure-of-plant-communities-drives-the-belowg 10.1111/nph.71156 https://edepot.wur.nl/714321 https://edepot.wur.nl/714321 biodiversity grasslands pathogens plant–soil feedback roots soil-borne fungi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/0b302401-626f-4188-9433-b923f5643abe 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Ebile, Pride Anya Ndambi, Asaah Stuetz, Wolfgang Brulé, Mathieu Ndah, Hycenth Tim Schuler, Johannes Article/Letter to editor Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development in the Tropics and Subtropics 127 (2026) ISSN: 1612-9830 Evaluating the impact of home gardening and nutrition education on haemoglobin levels, dietary diversity, and mid-upper arm circumference in Mbororo women : Case of Northwest region, Cameroon 2026 The nutritional status of the Mbororo, a Fulbe minority group in Cameroon’s Northwest Region, is often inadequate. This cross-sectional study assessed the impact of a home garden project combined with nutrition education on the nutritional status of Mbororo women, using dietary diversity score (DDS), mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC), and haemoglobin levels as indicators. Data were collected from 70 healthy, non-pregnant Mbororo women aged 65 years or younger. These women were randomly selected from communities with and without home gardens. Women in home garden communities had significantly higher mean DDS (5.4 ± 0.9) than those in non-garden communities (4.2 ± 0.7; p = 0.001), indicating improved dietary quality. However, no significant differences were found in MUAC or haemoglobin levels between groups. Anaemia prevalence across all communities was 52.9 %, a severe public health concern, with 27.1% of women underweight and 15.8% overweight, highlighting the double burden of malnutrition. While home gardens improved dietary diversity, they did not resolve broader nutritional challenges. The study concludes that addressing malnutrition in minority communities requires integrated, nutrition-sensitive interventions. These should include nutrition education, home gardening alongside small-scale livestock rearing and fish farming to enhance access to iron-rich foods and diversify nutrient sources. Such approaches are vital for improving long-term nutrition and health outcomes in underserved populations like the Mbororo. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/evaluating-the-impact-of-home-gardening-and-nutrition-education-o 10.17170/kobra-2026011411804 https://edepot.wur.nl/714320 https://edepot.wur.nl/714320 food-based intervention minority community nutrition education overweight and underweight https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8a1ab2f9-ea16-4420-ad28-97e7003240f6 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Marijnissen, Richard Schrijvershof, Reinier van Weerdenburg, Roy van Maren, Bas Part of book or chapter of book Coastal Research Library ISBN: 9783032154767 A 21st Century Projection of Sediment Management Strategies as Nature-Based Solutions in the Ems Estuary 2026 The Ems estuary faces rising turbidity and increased flood risk due to sea-level rise. We investigated three Nature-based Solutions (NbS) through hydro-morphological modeling to address these issues by 2100: converting a polder to wetland, facilitating salt marsh growth with brushwood groynes, and re-using dredged sediment. Without NbS, turbidity is projected to increase, especially with sea-level rise. Reconnecting a polder can help reduce turbidity in the Dollard while expanding facilitating new wetland, but may not fully counteract the increased sediment import projected with sea-level rise. Extracting mud from the Delfzijl harbour is the most effective measure in reducing turbidity, while marsh expansion with brushwood groynes does not significantly affect turbidity. Nevertheless, groynes facilitate both marsh expansion as well as significant local flood risk reduction. en Springer application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/a-21supstsup-century-projection-of-sediment-management-strategies 10.1007/978-3-032-15477-4_83 https://edepot.wur.nl/714319 https://edepot.wur.nl/714319 Flood risk Nature-based solutions Sea-level rise Sediment management Turbidity https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/25c1c0d7-96b6-4cee-beaa-9304b14658df 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Agostinho, Beatriz Silvestre, Armando J.D. Thiyagarajan, Shanmugam Sousa, Andreia F. Article/Letter to editor RSC Sustainability (2026) ISSN: 2753-8125 Heterogeneous-catalyzed methanolysis for efficient chemical recycling of bio-based PEF 2026 The promising bio-based polymer poly(ethylene 2,5-furandicarboxylate) (PEF) is expected to be produced on a large scale worldwide to meet demands across various market segments due to its superior properties and performance, although its end-of-life management still remains challenging due to its non-(bio)degradable nature. In this work, two different heterogeneous catalysts, Amberlyst 70 and Zeolite H–Y, were studied for the first time in the methanolysis of PEF. The depolymerization conditions, such as time, temperature, and catalyst loading, were optimized to maximize the depolymerization of PEF, resulting in high selectivity to dimethyl 2,5-furandicarboxylate (DMFDC), as confirmed by 1H NMR and GC-MS. A complete PEF conversion and 100% DMFDC yield were achieved during a 1 hour reaction at 175 °C with 5 wt% zeolite. The potential to reuse the most effective catalyst (Zeolite H–Y) across two depolymerization cycles while maintaining its catalytic activity comparable to that of virgin zeolite was also demonstrated, enhancing process greenness as assessed by its E-factor. Additionally, a closed-loop PEF value chain is confirmed by reusing the recovered monomers to produce PEF polyester with physical and thermal properties, such as Tg and thermal stability, identical to those of the original, as verified by 1H and 13C NMR, GPC, DSC, and TGA. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/heterogeneous-catalyzed-methanolysis-for-efficient-chemical-recyc 10.1039/d5su00905g https://edepot.wur.nl/714318 https://edepot.wur.nl/714318 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/0b62d29c-febc-4e5d-bde2-69cab318e7b3 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Adjouman, Désiré Doh Amenan, Aline Charlemagne, Nindjin Dekker, Matthijs Kohi Kouamé, Alfred Achille Tetchi, Fabrice N’Guessan, Georges Amani Article/Letter to editor Journal of Food Processing and Preservation 2026 (2026) 1 ISSN: 0145-8892 Optimization of Cassava Starch-Based Biodegradable Films With Garcinia kola Oil and Cocos nucifera L. Microfibers Using Response Surface Methodology 2026 Starch-based films have low water resistance and poor mechanical properties. This study aimed to optimize the properties of biodegradable films based on cassava starch reinforced with Garcinia kola oil and Cocos nucifera L. microfibers. To this end, OléKanga cassava starch, G. kola oil, and C. nucifera L. microfibers were used to produce an optimized packaging film using response surface methodology (RSM). The desirability function subsequently determined an optimal formulation. The results showed that adding microfibers, and oil increased thickness by 77%, reduced water content by 43%, decreased water solubility of the film by 46%, and reduced water vapor permeability (WVP) of the starch-based films from 955 × 10−13 to 5.15 × 10–13 g·Pa−1·s−1·m−1. In other words, there was a 99% increase in the film’s water vapor barrier. However, elongation was reduced with the addition of microfibers. The addition of G. kola oil increased film opacity from 1.56 ± 0.05 to 4.26 ± 0.08 A·mm−1 and reduced the breaking strength by 62%. An optimal film formulation was determined using the desirability function, with 4 g OléKanga cassava starch, 30% glycerol, 5% C. nucifera L. microfibers, 25% G. kola oil, and 5% lecithin. The properties of the films were improved by adding G. kola oil and C. nucifera L. microfibers to the starch matrix. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/optimization-of-cassava-starch-based-biodegradable-films-with-gar 10.1155/jfpp/5579163 https://edepot.wur.nl/714317 https://edepot.wur.nl/714317 Cocos nucifera L. microfibers Garcinia kola oil biodegradable film cassava starch https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/d985cf5d-d803-4387-93bd-a08e46614a3a 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Wijnberg, K.M. Bakhshianlamouki, E. van Rosmalen, S.J. Teixeira, M. Augustijn, P.W.M. Brugnach, M.F. Horstman, Erik M. Limpens, Juul Mulder, J.P.M. Riksen, M.J.P.M. Voinov, A.A. Part of book or chapter of book Coastal Research Library ISBN: 9783032154767 How Development of Recreation, Embryo Dune Habitat and Flood Safety Interact at Evolving Nature-Based Sandy Interventions 2026 Socio-economic pressures on coastal zones demand innovative solutions for balancing human needs and natural dynamics. This study investigates how recreation, embryo dune habitat development, and flood safety interact within nature-based, multifunctional sandy anthropogenic shores (SAS), focusing on two Dutch case studies: the transient Sand Motor and the permanent Hondsbossche Dunes. Utilizing qualitative and quantitative methods, including interviews, surveys, sensors, and advanced modeling tools (Agent-Based Models and the Cellular Automata model DuBeVeg), we explore socio-bio-physical dynamics and long-term landscape evolution. Results show that recreational activities influence vegetation establishment, affecting embryo dune formation and thus habitat size. While high recreational pressure restricts embryo dune formation, this enhances foredune growth, strengthening their functionality as flood defense. However, with restricted embryo dune development, ecological value is compromised. Our findings highlight the need for design strategies that balance these competing objectives. Further recreational use scenario analyses, for different SAS designs, including morphological design and spatial design of facilities, could uncover whether it is also possible to achieve synergy among recreation, flood safety, and ecological value of SAS. en Springer application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/how-development-of-recreation-embryo-dune-habitat-and-flood-safet 10.1007/978-3-032-15477-4_37 https://edepot.wur.nl/714316 https://edepot.wur.nl/714316 anthropogenic coastal management mega-nourishment multifunctional vegetation establishment https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/7dedb8a3-5e6e-44b1-a2c7-7c32c5440b96 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Engbersen, Dore Biesbroek, Robbert Termeer, Catrien J.A.M. Article/Letter to editor Environmental Policy and Governance (2026) ISSN: 1756-932X The “Magic” of Conflict : How Participatory Governance Can Enable Transformative Climate Adaptation 2026 In many cases, addressing climate risks requires transformative climate adaptation (TCA) that goes beyond small adjustments to existing systems. While scholars increasingly argue that participatory governance is key and should embrace conflict rather than push for consensus to enable TCA, this assumption remains underexplored. Therefore, this study investigates how participatory governance deals with conflict to enable TCA, drawing on a historical analysis of the Dutch Hegewarren case—a co-creation process that led to the decision to transform an agricultural polder into a natural peatland. We find that conflict serves TCA indirectly. By allowing for conflict and taking political alternatives seriously, the co-creation process created the enabling conditions for TCA. Specifically, allowing disagreement within the process improved participants' perceptions of the legitimacy of the co-creation process and its outcomes. Simultaneously, the co-creation process reshaped the social and cognitive context, reducing distrust and reframing conflicts as participants' perspectives evolved through sustained interaction. Finally, our analysis highlights the unpredictable nature of transformative change. We consider this the “magic” of conflict: moments when new combinations of problems and solutions spark contestation, yet simultaneously generate the energy needed for continuous improvement in later phases and open opportunities for policy change. By illuminating how participatory governance can productively engage with conflict, this research contributes to a better understanding of the conditions under which TCA becomes possible. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/the-magic-of-conflict-how-participatory-governance-can-enable-tra 10.1002/eet.70071 https://edepot.wur.nl/714315 https://edepot.wur.nl/714315 agonism conflicts participatory adaptation participatory governance transformative climate adaptation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8c7b9bd1-13df-4224-899f-2878df6a8c60 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Roepert, Anne Middelburg, Jack J. Weiss, Gabriella M. van der Meer, Marcel T.J. Polerecky, Lubos Article/Letter to editor Scientific Reports 16 (2026) 1 ISSN: 2045-2322 Sodium and potassium analysis of individual coccoliths by secondary ion mass spectrometry 2026 Coccoliths are individual plates of calcium carbonate that comprise the shells of marine calcifying haptophyte algae. Their remains provide an excellent sedimentary archive for the reconstruction of past environmental parameters. Using nano-scale secondary ion mass spectrometry (NanoSIMS), we measured the Mg, Sr, Na and K contents in individual coccoliths of Emiliania huxleyi, now named Gephyrocapsa huxleyi, to explore their potential as a paleoproxy. For recent environmental samples from the Mediterranean and Black Sea as well as cultured specimens, all elements appeared to be homogeneously distributed within, but highly variable among, the individual coccoliths. Mg/Ca and Sr/Ca ratios covered a range of 0.06–83 mmol mol−1 and 1.9–3.8 mmol mol−1, respectively, and were in line with the previously determined values. Na/Ca ranged between 1.6–186 mmol mol−1. K/Ca could not be calibrated, but the measured 39K+/44Ca+ ion count ratios varied between 0.03–2.7. Although the Na/Ca ratios significantly decreased with increasing total alkalinity and salinity in the Mediterranean samples, these trends were not observed in samples collected from cultures where the alkalinity and salinity varied separately. Similarly, K/Ca ratios showed no clear trends with total alkalinity or salinity of the culture medium. Calcification in coccolithophores is biologically controlled and this may mask the impact of environmental factors on the observed variation in the Na and K content of individual coccoliths of E. huxleyi. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/sodium-and-potassium-analysis-of-individual-coccoliths-by-seconda 10.1038/s41598-026-40623-2 https://edepot.wur.nl/714314 https://edepot.wur.nl/714314 Coccolithophores Elemental ratios Environmental proxies Gephyrocapsa huxleyi (Emiliania huxleyi) NanoSIMS https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/c985cda1-4418-41cd-82bf-f44bbeee7a2e 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Saddi, Khim Cathleen van Emmerik, Tim H.M. Miglino, Domenico Poggi, Matteo Isgrò, Francesco Tasseron, Paolo F. Daniele, Luigi Manfreda, Salvatore Article/Letter to editor Water Resources Research 62 (2026) 4 ISSN: 0043-1397 Exploring the Transferability of Image-Based Algorithms for River Plastic Detection : The Value of Small Mixed Data Sets 2026 Using large image data sets has been the conventional strategy to improve object detection, but it increases annotation effort and training cost and does not guarantee robust transfer to new sites. Here we quantify the value of a small, diverse training set for floating macroplastic detection by jointly evaluating performance, computational cost, annotation effort, and cross-site transferability. We compile four river-camera data sets from Indonesia, The Netherlands, and Vietnam (training/internal validation) and Italy (external validation, single site and single day data from a long-term camera monitoring system), harmonized into 13 litter classes and a five-level tiering scheme (progressive class aggregation). We train YOLOv7 and YOLOv8 models and compare site-specific data sets with a merged “Mixed” data set (999 images) spanning heterogeneous environmental conditions. Results show that data sets with more diverse backgrounds (Type II; e.g., The Netherlands) achieve higher performance per annotation than homogeneous data sets (Type I; e.g., Indonesia, Vietnam), whereas naïvely merging data sets can degrade internal validation unless accompanied by feature-aware filtering. Class aggregation substantially increases overall detection skill, with gains consistent across data sets when moving from fine (Tier 4) to coarse (Tier 0) label spaces. Finally, internal validation does not reliably predict external-site performance, underscoring the need for transferability-aware data set design and evaluation. Overall, our findings emphasize that data diversity and curation, rather than data set size alone, are key levers to scale river plastic detection toward broader deployment. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/exploring-the-transferability-of-image-based-algorithms-for-river 10.1029/2025WR040605 https://edepot.wur.nl/714313 https://edepot.wur.nl/714313 YOLO data set quality deep learning mixed data set optical remote sensing https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/35c38a1a-e245-42d5-a362-1fb6af918eb4 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Zhang, Hanyue Tang, Darrell W.S. Gooren, Harm Wang, Kai Liu, Xuejun Geissen, Violette Yang, Xiaomei Article/Letter to editor Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 314 (2026) ISSN: 0147-6513 UV and tillage abrasion facilitate macro- and micro-plastic fragmentation in agricultural soils 2026 Understanding mulch film fragmentation is essential for predicting macroplastic (MaP) and microplastic (MiP) contamination in farmland. Under laboratory conditions, we investigated the fragmentation of four typical mulch films (8 µm polyethylene (PE) (PE08-f), 40 µm PE (PE40-f), 15 µm polybutylene adipate terephthalate-based film (PBAT-f), and 15 µm starch-based film (Starch-f)) at two soil moisture levels (20% and 60% of field capacity) under UV exposure, tillage abrasion (TA, using a rotavator model), both factors combined (UVTA), and twice UVTA (2UVTA). UV more effectively generated MiPs (590-4800 items 100 cm-2), whereas TA more effectively generated MaPs (up to 2.3 items 100 cm-2), if comparing individual factors only. Across all treatments, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy revealed that 2UVTA induced the strongest surface oxidation and abrasion, accelerating film mass loss (1.4-18.5%) and promoting MaP (0-3.3 items 100 cm-2) and MiP (1970-30200 items 100 cm-2) formation. Most MiPs were fragment (29.2-78.4%) or particle (15.2-69.6%) shaped, predominantly < 500 µm (62.3-97.5%). Starch-f fragmented most, followed by PBAT-f, PE08-f, and PE40-f. Redundancy analysis showed strong positive correlations between 2UVTA and MaP area distribution (%), MaP and MiP counts. Our results demonstrate that UV and TA, together with soil moisture, drive distinct fragmentation behaviors in PE versus biodegradable films. Further study is urgently needed to take agricultural management practices into account for better understanding plastic fragmentation and its potential risks to soil health. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/uv-and-tillage-abrasion-facilitate-macro-and-micro-plastic-fragme 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2026.120065 https://edepot.wur.nl/714312 https://edepot.wur.nl/714312 Fragmentation Microplastics Plastic mulch film Tillage abrasion UV weathering https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/9dab72e6-3747-4999-9d31-29c2b21005e9 2026-04-22

Wang, Zhengcong Wang, Xi Liu, Yuanyuan Yu, Guo Wang, Xinxin van der Fels-Klerx, H.J. Article/Letter to editor Journal of Hazardous Materials 507 (2026) ISSN: 0304-3894 Dietary exposure to antimicrobial residues in eggs : Traceability-driven risk heterogeneity and national monitoring optimization in China 2026 Egg production is growing rapidly to meet global protein demand, but in low- and middle-income countries, heavy antimicrobial use, fragmented supply chains, and poor traceability increase the risk of residues in eggs, posing threats to public health. We developed an integrated Bayesian network and optimization framework to trace 11 major antimicrobial residues through China’s poultry egg supply chain, estimate dietary exposure, and design cost-effective monitoring strategies. Results showed that the probability of antimicrobial contamination in eggs ranged from 0.8% to 2.2% from 2015 to 2022. Bayesian inference and monitoring data consistently indicate greater non-compliance associated with untraceable sources, with an overall non-compliance rate about twice that of traceable samples. Enrofloxacin and metronidazole posed the highest average dietary exposure risks (0.20 and 0.17 μg/kg bw/day) at national level. Although most estimated daily intakes of residues were well below toxicological acceptable daily intakes (ADIs), enrofloxacin exposure in East and Central China exceeded the microbiological ADI for resistance selection in human gut bacteria. By integrating the estimated risks into the monitoring optimization model, we found that multi-residue strategies prioritizing untraceable sources maximize detection of contaminated eggs and reduce exposure (e.g., metronidazole 0.19 and enrofloxacin 0.16 µg/kg bw/day), though benefits plateau beyond 30,000–50,000 annual batches. Improving traceability and adopting risk-based monitoring can effectively reduce antimicrobial residue risks. This study offers data-driven insights to support sustainable antimicrobial governance in rapidly expanding agrifood systems beyond China. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/dietary-exposure-to-antimicrobial-residues-in-eggs-traceability-d 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2026.141724 https://edepot.wur.nl/714311 Antimicrobial residues Health risk Machine learning Portfolio optimization Traceability gaps Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/fad42cff-68a7-4ae6-8353-a84e1741ac1b 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Rizki, Zulhaj Ham, Judith C.A. Boom, Remko M. Defraeye, Thijs Schutyser, Maarten A.I. Article/Letter to editor Next Energy 11 (2026) ISSN: 2949-821X Multiphysics modeling of corona wind generation for electrohydrodynamic (EHD) drying of thin films 2026 Electrohydrodynamic (EHD) drying allows drying at lower temperatures and is thus more energy efficient, and provides better product quality. EHD drying utilizes an electric field to generate an airflow, which is then applied to dry moist materials. We present a multiphysics model to simulate corona wind generation during EHD drying of thin films. The simulations are used to (1) characterize corona wind generation in terms of air flow field and magnitude, (2) simulate the electric potential distribution with varying material permittivity, and (3) explore design improvements. A generic equation was developed in the form of a power-law correlation between Reynolds and EHD numbers: Re=aEHDb. It allows straightforward design of EHD dryers since the Reynolds number can be used to estimate mass and heat transfer rates. This modeling study provides valuable insight into corona wind generation and can be used for further development of EHD dryer devices. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/multiphysics-modeling-of-corona-wind-generation-for-electrohydrod 10.1016/j.nxener.2026.100608 https://edepot.wur.nl/714310 https://edepot.wur.nl/714310 Corona wind Drying Electrohydrodynamic Modeling Multiphysics model https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/745dd2f5-607e-4057-9d22-5c0707d8e41a 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Giebels, Diana Ligtenberg, Arend Bakker, Martha Article/Letter to editor Environmental Policy and Governance 36 (2026) 2 ISSN: 1756-932X Successful Implementation of Environmental Policy and Governance : Understanding and Modeling Micro Governance 2026 Successful implementation of environmental policy and governance highly depends on the capacity to know about, build new and utilize existing governance structures. However, the theoretical tools and available methods to assess the complexity of emerging or existing structures are rather limited. This paper responds to this knowledge gap through the development of a theoretical framework, called the MiGov model, that enables us to understand and analyze the structure and functioning of governance processes on the micro level. Studying governance approaches on the micro level means assessing the complex interplay of involved social, institutional and environmental factors that continuously affect individual decisions and finally aggregate into (non-)success of implementation. The micro governance framework therefore includes a variety of actor-based (e.g., individual character, financial capacity), societal (e.g., launch of a policy, peer group influence) and ecological factors (e.g., local ecological characteristics) that typically influence the overall success of implementation. To facilitate the huge amount of data input demanded by research on the micro-level of governance, we present agent-based modeling (ABM) as a suited tool for operationalization. The use of agent-based modeling enables the combination of fragmented and non-compatible data with proxy data or theoretical assumptions from existing literature. ABM therefore also is an efficient research strategy in the face of lacking data, which is a severe and persistent problem in assessments of environmental policy implementation success. Once an agent-based model has been established it is possible to experiment with different scenarios or threshold values, enabling a reality check to (partially) known micro structures. To exemplify the use of ABM for micro governance we present the case of ecosystem-based soil management (EBM) in the Dutch agricultural sector as a typical case for micro governance. This case resembles the micro structure and dynamic interaction of a high variety of decision-makers with dynamic, multi-level interactions activated to increase the implementation of organic residues in the agricultural sector. The results of our ABM reveal that the agent-based model is suited to identify case-specific mechanisms that increase governance success. In particular, activities that decrease individually perceived uncertainty about implementation practices and effects increase implementation success whereas financial support like subsidies is, to our surprise, less effective. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/successful-implementation-of-environmental-policy-and-governance- 10.1002/eet.70016 https://edepot.wur.nl/714309 https://edepot.wur.nl/714309 agent-based modeling complexity ecosystem-based soil management micro governance policy implementation https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/8deab30b-efcd-4d8c-a3d3-49c00f535e4d 2026-04-22

Pan, Weiyi Li, Kaiyue Zhang, Junwei Duan, Yanghua Wang, Ruoyu Dykstra, Jouke E. Elimelech, Menachem Article/Letter to editor Environmental Science and Technology 60 (2026) 13 ISSN: 0013-936X Inorganic Scaling in Electrodialysis : Mechanistic Insights and Impact on Energy Efficiency and Ion Selectivity 2026 Electrodialysis (ED) is an electrically driven separation technology that has been widely applied in various industrial sectors (e.g., desalination and food processing). While recent research has focused on developing novel ion-exchange membrane (IEM) materials, the detrimental effects of inorganic scaling in ED systems, particularly on energy consumption and ion selectivity, remain largely overlooked. In this study, we systematically investigated the impact of inorganic scaling (i.e., gypsum) on ED performance under varying operating conditions, including applied current densities ranging from 20% to 100% of the limiting current density and flow rates ranging from 4 to 12 mL min–1 (linear velocities from 0.33 to 1 cm min–1). Through precise measurements of input energy, solution composition evolution, and solid-phase characterization, we found that scaling not only increased energy consumption (up to 3-fold compared to nonscaling conditions) but also significantly changed selectivity. Specifically, we found that sodium–calcium and chloride–sulfate selectivities exhibited up to a 7-fold change relative to the initial value when the salt removal from the diluate solution reached approximately 30%. By integrating process modeling with experimental data, we confirmed that these changes in selectivity were directly attributable to gypsum formation on the surface of the IEM. These findings advance our understanding of inorganic scaling effects in ED and offer valuable guidance for optimizing real-world ED operation. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/inorganic-scaling-in-electrodialysis-mechanistic-insights-and-imp 10.1021/acs.est.5c16084 https://edepot.wur.nl/714308 Desalination Electrodialysis Energy Consumption Ion Exchange Membrane Resource Recovery Scaling Selectivity Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/93a88da0-efc7-4475-b922-6168a53cba84 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Fombona-Pascual, Alba Gamaethiralalage, Jayaruwan G. de Smet, Louis C.P.M. Palma, Jesús Lado, Julio J. Article/Letter to editor Environmental Science and Technology 60 (2026) 13 ISSN: 0013-936X Membrane-Free Polymer-Based Faradaic Deionization System for Enhanced Desalination 2026 The development of cost-effective and energy-efficient water desalination technologies remains a critical challenge, particularly for treating brackish water. Herein, we present a membrane-free, dual-polymer electrochemical deionization system that leverages the complementary ion selectivities of polyaniline chloride (PAni-Cl) and poly(naphthalene diimide-ethylenediamine) (PNDIE) to achieve simultaneous sodium and chloride ion removal. By eliminating ion-exchange membranes and utilizing a simple separator, the proposed system minimizes operational complexity and cost while maintaining efficient ionic transport. Initially, the electropolymerized PAni-Cl buckypaper electrode exhibited enhanced electronic conductivity and remarkable cycling stability, retaining 84% of its initial performance after 800 cycles (15 days of operation). Comparative evaluation of three cell architectures, a symmetric CDI cell, a hybrid YP80F//PNDIE cell, and a full polymer-based cell, revealed that the dual-polymer configuration outperforms conventional setups, attaining a salt removal capacity of up to 64 mg·g–1 after 80 cycles in 50 mM NaCl (50 h test). Moreover, the system demonstrated promising desalination performance in simulated brackish water containing mixed cations, highlighting its practical applicability. These findings establish dual-polymer, membrane-free deionization cells as a promising platform for next-generation, selective, and sustainable water treatment technologies. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/membrane-free-polymer-based-faradaic-deionization-system-for-enha 10.1021/acs.est.6c00876 https://edepot.wur.nl/714306 https://edepot.wur.nl/714306 PAni-Cl PNDIE dual-ion selectivity faradaic deionization full-cell membrane-free https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/f2bb3ed3-9c33-4337-8fe1-7681b1fc5e20 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Uddin, Zamil Bense, Victor Mojid, Abdul Mustafa, Syed Article/Letter to editor Groundwater for Sustainable Development 33 (2026) ISSN: 2352-801X Managed aquifer recharge in Bangladesh : A review of practices, groundwater responses, and implications across diverse geological contexts 2026 Groundwater depletion and salinity intrusion have deepened concerns over the long-term reliability of freshwater resources across Bangladesh, stimulating increased attention to the role of Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) in strengthening water security. The review examines the development, implementation, and performance of MAR across two distinct hydrogeological settings: the Barind Tract in the northwest, where groundwater levels are rapidly declining, and the coastal zone in the southwest, where salinity limits access to freshwater. The study evaluates the development of MAR practices in Bangladesh and synthesizes evidence on the effectiveness of major MAR techniques, including Rainwater Harvesting Systems (RWHS), Aquifer Storage, Transfer and Recovery (ASR/ASTR), and Induced Bank Filtration (IBF). RWHS installations, which rely on rooftop and stormwater capture, typically recharge shallow aquifers ranging from 140 to 1,070 m3/year. ASR/ASTR systems using treated pond or surface water achieve recharge capacities of up to 3,600 m3/year, although their performance is influenced by water turbidity, filter clogging, and aquifer properties. IBF systems provide substantially larger recharge volumes, reaching up to 31,200 m3/day where permeable riverbank sediments permit efficient infiltration; however, their effectiveness is reduced in areas with thick clay layers. Findings highlight the dominant role of geological variability in determining the suitability and long-term performance of MAR interventions. The study emphasizes the need for site-specific hydrogeological assessments, operational monitoring, and coordinated strategies that integrate technology, policy support, financing mechanisms, and community participation. Strengthening these elements is essential for enhancing groundwater sustainability and improving resilience in drought-sensitive and salinity-prone regions. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/managed-aquifer-recharge-in-bangladesh-a-review-of-practices-grou 10.1016/j.gsd.2026.101622 https://edepot.wur.nl/714305 https://edepot.wur.nl/714305 Droughts Groundwater abstraction Hydrogeology Managed aquifer recharge Resilience Saline aquifer Water security https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/62deafb3-1ac4-4f69-b681-255fc5519bd1 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Gallardo-Albarrán, Daniel Jochemsen, Jurre Article/Letter to editor Economics and Human Biology 61 (2026) ISSN: 1570-677X The international diffusion of medical innovation since 1900 : Revisiting the Preston curve 2026 The health of nations has improved at an unprecedented rate since the start of the 20th century, following a series of waves of mortality declines. While the timing and intensity of these waves have been documented, the factors influencing their emergence and diffusion are still debated. This article examines the creation and adoption of health-enhancing technologies since the early stages of the epidemiological transition around 1900. We estimate health frontiers, as originally done by Preston (1975), to infer how health-enhancing knowledge develops and diffuses across countries. Our results show that the creation of health-enhancing innovation has been strongly income biased since 1900. Up to 1920, upward shifts in the health frontiers happened almost exclusively at high levels of income. After that and until 2000, we find evidence that health frontiers moved up at low levels of income with a delay of about 20–40 years, relative to upward shifts at high income levels. We also show that education does not confound our findings because factors other than income are also associated with life expectancy increases. Finally, we perform a growth accounting exercise suggesting that Western Europe and its Offshoots have mostly reached high health levels by pushing up the knowledge frontier, while the experience of the rest of the world is much more varied. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/the-international-diffusion-of-medical-innovation-since-1900-revi 10.1016/j.ehb.2026.101591 https://edepot.wur.nl/714304 https://edepot.wur.nl/714304 GDP Health Health Innovation Health Transition Life expectancy https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/63a51929-ea59-4d75-b7ea-51a27ab842a1 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

de Jong van Lier, Maíra Duncan, Jessica Bush, Simon Article/Letter to editor Journal of Rural Studies 124 (2026) ISSN: 0743-0167 Practices of knowledge pluralization : Knowing and doing organic agriculture in a participatory guarantee system 2026 Participatory guarantee systems (PGS) are gaining increasing popularity as a form of organic certification, in part due to their potential to enhance knowledge exchange among farmers. However, the ways in which farmers produce and exchange knowledge in PGS has received limited attention. Gaining insight into these dynamics is essential to understanding PGS's potential to integrate farmers' knowledge into certification. In this paper, we apply a social practices lens to examine knowledge as fundamentally emergent and situated, and knowledge and practice as mutually constitutive. We analyze the case of Orgânicos Sul de Minas in southeast Brazil and identify a process of knowledge pluralization unfolding through three interrelated bundles of PGS assurance practices: building community, managing a PGS farm, and becoming a farmer-auditor. Through these practices, PGS members perform certification and thereby incorporate their knowledge into the very fabric of PGS. The plural nature of this knowledge reflects both members' varied backgrounds as well as the expertise required to run a PGS, challenging any singular characterization of PGS knowledge. Critically, we argue that Brazil's centralized organic standard does not hinder knowledge pluralization, as coordination and evaluation remain firmly in the hands of PGS members. This suggests that PGS's strength lies not in rejecting formal standards, but in democratizing the process of assessment. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/practices-of-knowledge-pluralization-knowing-and-doing-organic-ag 10.1016/j.jrurstud.2026.104164 https://edepot.wur.nl/714303 https://edepot.wur.nl/714303 Agroecology Brazil Organic agriculture Participatory guarantee systems Politics of knowledge Practice theory https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/1020544c-5b9e-448a-9a31-6f7b85fa1569 2026-04-21 edurep openaire public

Boxman, I.L.A. Cook, Nigel Gantzer, Christophe de Graaf, Miranda Gitonga Ithinji, Duncan Jaykus, Lee-Ann Jiang, Tao Kittigul, Leera Kniel, Kalmia E. McLeod, Catherine Melhem, Nada M. Meng, Xiang Jin Nasheri, Neda Saba, Courage Kosi Setsoafia Simonsson, Magnus Rosado Spilki, Fernando Williams-Woods, Jacquelina Book (monograph) Microbiological risk assessment of viruses in foods. Part 2: Prevention and intervention measures : Meeting report 2026 en FAO application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/microbiological-risk-assessment-of-viruses-in-foods-part-2-preven 10.4060/cd7637en https://edepot.wur.nl/714302 Life Science https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/9f487436-4677-4be6-8a7a-dc04e7ae3bc7 2026-04-20 edurep publickb

Pikkemaat, M.G. Jansen, L.J.M. van der Vis, S.L. Berendsen, B.J.A. Gerssen, A. Other Wageningen Food Safety Research Nieuwsbrief WOT voedselveiligheid : Farmacologisch actieve stoffen - april 2026 2026 In deze nieuwsbrief wordt het belang beschreven van surveys: extra monsteronderzoek, als aanvulling op de reguliere monitoringsprogramma's. nl application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/wageningen-food-safety-research-nieuwsbrief-wot-voedselveiligheid-24 https://edepot.wur.nl/714301 https://edepot.wur.nl/714301 Life Science Wageningen University & Research

oai:library.wur.nl:wurpubs/ca919fd3-041d-42d7-818a-23381400b65c 2026-04-22 edurep openaire public publickb

Munhoz, Davi R. Meng, Ke Merloti, Luis F. Geissen, Violette Zhang, Jianhua Harkes, Paula Article/Letter to editor Science of the Total Environment 1030 (2026) ISSN: 0048-9697 Harnessing fungi and bacteria to speed up the biodegradation of plastic mulch films 2026 Plastics and microplastics are pervasive in agricultural systems, underscoring the need for effective mitigation strategies. Here, we explored microbial treatments to accelerate the degradation of plastic mulch films composed of commercial (LDPE-m) and additive-free (LDPE-p) low-density polyethylene and a blend containing polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate and polylactic acid (PBAT-PLA). We tested four microbial treatments: a compost-derived microbial community (m1), a multi-strain Aspergillus consortium with Peribacillus simplex (B. simplex) (m2), an Aspergillus-only fungal consortium (m3), and an Aspergillus fumigatus–Pseudomonas aeruginosa co-culture (m4). These were incubated under carbon-free (CF), low-carbon (LC), autoclaved compost (AC), and raw compost (C) conditions (at 30 °C for 180 days), with and without abiotic pre-treatments (UV-aging and mineral oil amendment (MO)) to accelerate microorganisms association with plastics. Our results show that the Aspergillus-only consortium (m3) accelerated LDPE-m degradation (3.71 ± 0.86 WL, Mw = −17.2 kDa and O-H and C-O formation) while the fungal–bacterial co-culture (m4) quickened LDPE-m weight loss (2.79 ± 0.95%) and C-O formation in CF media. Multi-strain Aspergillus consortium with B. simplex (m2) colonized the UV-aged LDPE-m plastisphere in AC, and the m1-dwelling Brucella combined with Aspergillus sp. optimized UV-aged LDPE-m degradation patterns. The co-occurrence of compost-dwellers Gordonia, Thermomyces, and Mycobacterium with inoculated Aspergillus sp. enhanced LDPE-p weight loss (4.91 ± 2.28%) and surface changes (C-O formation) in compost under MO. Most Aspergillus treatments dominated the plastisphere in autoclaved compost and were eclipsed by Thermomyces in compost. Slower-than-expected degradation occurred for PBAT-PLA mulch films. This study sheds light on possible microbial treatments for accelerating the degradation of plastic mulches. en application/pdf https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/harnessing-fungi-and-bacteria-to-speed-up-the-biodegradation-of-p 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2026.181778 https://edepot.wur.nl/714297 https://edepot.wur.nl/714297 Aspergillus Bacillus Compost Microplastics Niche Plastisphere Thermomyces https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Wageningen University & Research 200:::oai_dc::