As terrestrial leaf litter decomposes in rivers, its constituent elements follow multiple
pathways. Carbon leached as dissolved organic matter can be quickly taken up by …

The importance of microbial activity to ecosystem function in aquatic ecosystems is well
established, but microbial diversity has been less frequently addressed. This review and …

Excessive nutrient loading is a major threat to aquatic ecosystems worldwide that leads to
profound changes in aquatic biodiversity and biogeochemical processes. Systematic …

Plant leaf litter comprises the major common source of energy and nutrients in forested soil
and freshwater ecosystems world‐wide. However, despite the similarity of physical and …

Nutrient pollution of freshwater ecosystems results in predictable increases in carbon (C)
sequestration by algae. Tests of nutrient enrichment on the fates of terrestrial organic C …

Plant litter is the major source of energy and nutrients in stream ecosystems and its
decomposition is vital for ecosystem nutrient cycling and functioning. Invertebrates are key …

The trophic state of many streams is likely to deteriorate in the future due to the continuing
increase in human‐induced nutrient availability. Therefore, it is of fundamental importance to …

It is critical that the impacts of environmental stressors on natural systems are detected,
monitored and assessed accurately in order to legislate effectively and to protect and restore …

Cycling of organic carbon in the ocean has the potential to mitigate or exacerbate global
climate change, but major questions remain about the environmental controls on organic …

The detrital‐based food web of many streams and rivers plays a fundamental role in the
cycling and retention of carbon and nutrients. However, we still need to understand which …