Education and environmental nematology
Fourie, H.; Dehennin, I.; de Goede, R.G.M.; Cortada, L.; Korthals, G.; Neher, D.A.; Hodda, M.; Bert, W. (2026). Education and environmental nematology, in: Kakouli-Duarte, T. et al.[s.d.] Nematodes as environmental indicators: From theory to practice. pp. 292-311. https://dx.doi.org/10.1079/9781800624221.0017
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- Fourie, H.
- Dehennin, I., more
- de Goede, R.G.M.
- Cortada, L.
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- Korthals, G.
- Neher, D.A.
- Hodda, M.
- Bert, W., more
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| Abstract |
Training and education in biomonitoring require a strong understanding of nematode taxonomy, biology and ecology, and therefore considerable background and depth. To achieve effective training, there have been various educational programmes employing diverse approaches, including comprehensive long-term courses, units on biomonitoring within more general nematology programmes, modular courses, and short, intensive courses. Despite these efforts to improve content and delivery, the training opportunities remain geographically fragmented and often lack long-term support. To address these challenges, additional strategies are suggested to integrate environmental nematology into both formal and non-formal education curricula. Many strategies for improving training and education in biomonitoring particularly, and nematology more broadly, require increased funding, meaning that researchers and educators must effectively communicate the ecological significance of nematodes and the potential benefits of biomonitoring. |
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