It has been 75 yr since leaf respiratory metabolism in the light (day respiration) was
identified as a low‐flux metabolic pathway that accompanies photosynthesis. In principle, it …

The increase in aridity, mainly by decreases in precipitation but also by higher temperatures,
is likely the main threat to the diversity and survival of Mediterranean forests. Changes in …

Water deficit (WD) is expected to increase in intensity, frequency and duration in many parts
of the world as a consequence of global change, with potential negative effects on plant gas …

A main disadvantage of heavy machinery in forest operation is soil compaction. Compacted
soils may be a barrier to seedling growth, even though the exact mechanisms of action are …

The role of exogenous nitric oxide (NO) application in alleviating drought stress responses
by enhancing the antioxidant activities in plants is well established for several species …

Carbon allocation determines plant growth, fitness and reproductive success. However,
climate warming and drought impacts on carbon allocation patterns in grasses are not well …

Leaf daytime respiration (leaf respiration in the light, RL) is often assumed to constitute a
fixed fraction of leaf dark respiration (RD)(ie a fixed light inhibition of respiration (RD)) and …

The functional traits of plants in regions of the world with a Mediterranean climate have been
shaped to tolerate periods of water deficit. These species are adapted to summer droughts …

A major environmental pollution problem is the release into the atmosphere of particulate
matter, including nanoparticles (NPs), which causes serious hazards to human and …

Global warming poses great challenges for forest managers regarding adaptation strategies
and species choices. More frequent drought events and heat spells are expected to reduce …