Opening of the lecture series "Planet Earth 3.0 - Living in a changing world" by Professor Dr. Klaus Fischer
(University of Koblenz, Institute for Integrated Natural Sciences)
Various studies show a dramatic loss of biodiversity worldwide. This is particularly true for insects in the agricultural landscape. The lecture will first examine the extent and reasons for the decline of insects. Based on our own studies, we will then deduce what measures are required to halt the decline of insects in the agricultural landscape. The particular importance of fallow land and small structures such as roadsides is emphasized. The core theses of the presentation are: Diversity needs (1) structural diversity, (2) extensive and unused spaces and (3) appropriate remuneration.
Klaus Fischer studied biology at the University of Marburg and obtained his doctorate at the University of Bayreuth. There he subsequently headed an Emmy Noether junior research group of the German Research Foundation. From 2006 to 2017, he was Professor of Animal Ecology at the University of Greifswald. Klaus Fischer has been Professor of Zoology at the University of Koblenz since 2017. His research focuses on conservation biology and biodiversity research and organismic responses to environmental change. Insects are the main objects of study.
Moderation: Professor Dr. Gerald Kerth
