Freshwater resources are under increasing threat from anthropogenic activities, both in
terms of consumptive and non-consumptive use (Poff et al. 2010; Richter et al. 2011). The …

This study aimed to set out a new methodology for habitat modeling in high‐gradient
streams. The methodology is based on the mesoscale approach of the MesoHABSIM …

Machine learning (ML) techniques have become important to support decision making in
management and conservation of freshwater aquatic ecosystems. Given the large number of …

Modelling the linkage between physical habitat and aquatic organisms on multiple spatial
scales has become an important tool in the management of rivers. The mesoscale (100–102 …

Habitat modelling aims to predict changes in the structure of aquatic communities as a
function of habitat availability. It is a primary tool to inform management actions and to …

The present work focuses on evaluating the ecological effects of hydropower-induced
streamflow alteration within four catchments in the central Italian Alps. Downstream from the …

In the context of water resources planning and management, the prediction of fish
distribution related to habitat characteristics is fundamental for the definition of …

Preservation of a good ecological status in riverine habitats emerged as a priority for water
management policies in Europe since the negative impact caused by the construction and …

European river basin authorities are responsible for the implementation of the new river
basin management plans in accordance with the European Water Framework Directive. This …

The concept of environmental flows (E-Flows) describes the streamflow that is necessary to
maintain river ecosystems. Although a large number of methods have been developed, a …