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Reindeer in the Swedish mountains: an assessment of grazing impacts

Article Abstract:

The Swedish mountains have been a reason for concern for the Swedish reindeer husbandry, which may not be sustained due to overgrazing in the mountain areas, causing degradation of the vegetation. A comparison of the grazing effects in the various regions is discussed and it is seen that strong grazing and trampling effects may be found around enclosures and fences.

Grazing, Mountains

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Scientists speculate on what the Swedish scientist Svante Arrhenius would have worked on today

Article Abstract:

Svante Arrhenius, the first Swedish scientist to be awarded the Nobel Prize, investigated many subjects. Many of the scientists consulted speculated Arrhenius's interests were so varied no one could be certain what contemporary issues he might study, and most were confident he would continue to be innovative.

Statistical Data Included, Behavior, Chemists, Arrhenius, Svante

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The Swedish Regional Climate Modeling Programme, SWECLIM: a review

Article Abstract:

A review of the Swedish Regional Climate Modeling Programme, SWECLIM activities on development of regional dmodeling, Nordic climate change projections, hydrological impact studies and a set of targeted process and data studies are presented. Further some recommendations are made for future activities.

Models, Climatic changes, Climate change, Weather forecasting

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