Research
Making scientific research accessible
Here you’ll find easy-to-read summaries of scientifically rigorous, evidence-based and peer-reviewed publications from around the world to help you better plan, build and manage ecologically sustainable linear infrastructure.
Research summaries are listed chronologically according to when they were published here. To find information on a specific topic, please use the SEARCH function and search by keywords, including topic, species, location and/or author.
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The first comprehensive mapping of Brazil’s remaining road- and railroad-less areas
By mapping road- and railroad-less areas in Brazil we identified priority areas for conservation and restoration. Our study also demonstrated that there is less native vegetation near roads and railroads compared to further away.
Warning signals triggered by trains increase escape time for wildlife
To reduce wildlife mortality from train collisions, we invented a warning system that emits flashing lights and bell sounds prior to the arrival of a train. A test of this system showed that animals fled earlier from trains in the presence of warning signals.
Arboreal Bridge Trial for Hazel Dormice
The Hazel Dormouse is an arboreal mammal in Europe that are reluctant to cross at ground level. This study examines a bridge crossing structure, which shows its effectiveness for dormice in the UK.