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Why Sustainable Tech Is the Future: How BIOTA Sustainability and Biodiversity Startup Ecosystem Can Power the EU Green Deal
Imagine this: we live in a world where cities produce energy from their own waste, reduce energy usage by growing food where it is consumed, or use AI to read the biodiversity of a remote area. Sounds crazy? Not really. It’s the direction we’re heading with our BIOTA...
BONSAI – training the entrepreneur mindset
Bonsai 🌳, the art of cultivating miniature trees, is a centuries-old Japanese tradition that embodies patience, discipline, and attention to detail. Here are just a few ways that the principles of bonsai can benefit entrepreneurs and professionals alike. 🌿 First and...
Methodology for Estimating the Population Size of the Endangered Fish: Application of Electrofishing and the “Removal” Method
From lush forests to vibrant coral reefs, every species plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. However, one of the more challenging ecosystems to monitor is the aquatic environment, primarily due to the difficulty we have in observing it—a medium...
Exploring the Depths: Revolutionizing Freshwater Habitat Mapping
Freshwater ecosystems are crucial hotspots of biodiversity, yet their underwater landscapes often remain hidden from our view, presenting significant challenges for researchers and conservationists. In Croatia's stunning Dalmatia, the intricate and deep karstic lakes...
Monitoring and Exploration of the Olm (Proteus): Our Cave Diving Research
Since 2012, the monitoring of the olm population has been carried out as part of the conservation project PROTEUS aimed at protecting this enigmatic species in South East Europe. Population monitoring is essential for conservation authorities to estimate the number of...
Embracing the Power of Environmental DNA (eDNA) 🧬
In the realm of modern conservation and sustainable business practices, environmental DNA (eDNA) methods emerge as a game-changer.Here's a glimpse into the advantages and applications that make sturtup eDNAture.eu a vital tool for you:🌿 Biodiversity Monitoring:eDNA...
Unlocking the Forest’s Secrets: Tales from the Wild Side of Wind Farm Planning
Picture this: a hidden world where cameras spy on bears, wolves, and lynxes, documenting their every move as humans plan to harness the wind. Welcome to the quirky realm of the BIOTA wildlife monitoring: where wildlife and wind farms collide in a story of ecological...
Who is the Viper here?
Exploring the Fascinating World of European Vipers In the intricate and diverse world of reptiles, vipers hold a unique place, captivating scientists and enthusiasts alike with their venomous capabilities and ecological significance. Recently, a groundbreaking study...
Animal Welfare Considerations in Managing Invasive Alien Species
Invasive alien species (IAS) pose a significant threat to biodiversity and ecosystems worldwide. When managing these problematic species, it is crucial to consider the welfare of the animals involved, whether they are the target IAS or non-target species. A new manual...
Welcome to the new BIOTA website!
BIOTA is a small company gathering a young innovative team of biologists interested in scientific research and development of new technologies in the field of biology, biotechnology, and education. We focus on areas of urban food production in aquaponics, biofilter...