Eli Thoré - LABORATORY OF ADAPTIVE BIODYNAMICS

New paper in Environmental Science & Technology 📄

Some great news to start 2026: we published a new article in Environmental Science & Technology titled: “Are Behavioral Ecotoxicity Endpoints Relevant at the Population Level? Evidence-Based Insights for Environmental Protection.” The paper examines how behavioural endpoints can inform population-level risk assessment and environmental protection, reinforcing their relevance for regulatory science. Read the article here!

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Looking for a PhD student and a postdoc!

Opportunities / Eli Thoré

I am looking to recruit one PhD student (4 years) and one postdoctoral researcher (approximately 2 years) to join the LAB at the University of Namur as part of our recently awarded FNRS MIS project: “Rhythms of disruption: Pollutant effects on biological timing in aquatic animals.” The project aims to better understand how environmental pollutants

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Happy New Year from the LAB 🎆

News & announcements / Eli Thoré

The Laboratory of Adaptive Biodynamics wishes everyone a happy and healthy New Year!

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FNRS Incentive Grant awarded! 🎉

News & announcements / Eli Thoré

Great news: we’ve been awarded an Incentive Grant for Scientific Research (Mandat d’Impulsion Scientifique, MIS) from the FNRS! This grant will support the further development of our research on “Rhythms of disruption: Pollutant effects on biological timing in aquatic animals.” Exciting times ahead!

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Invited plenary at MedChem 2025 🎤

Events & conferences, Outreach & media / Eli Thoré

On 15 December, I had the pleasure of delivering an invited plenary lecture at MedChem 2025 in Ghent, Belgium. My talk focused on the consequences of pharmaceutical pollution, highlighting the importance of integrating behavioural ecotoxicology into regulatory frameworks to better protect wildlife and ecosystems.

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IPCP General Assembly

Events & conferences / Eli Thoré

On 10 December, I attended the General Assembly of the International Panel on Chemical Pollution (IPCP). The IPCP brings together independent scientists working at the science–policy interface to advance evidence-based approaches to chemicals and waste management at all governance levels. It was a valuable opportunity to engage with ongoing efforts to translate science into policy

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Honorable mention for Noémie at ZOOlogy 2025 🏅

Events & conferences, Outreach & media, Team highlights / Eli Thoré

On 9 December, during the ZOOlogy 2025 conference, Noémie Buratto was selected among the top six best oral presentations, receiving an honorable mention. This was her first oral presentation at an international conference, and she absolutely nailed it. A fantastic achievement – congratulations, Noémie!

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LAB at ZOOlogy 2025 in Amsterdam 🦎

Events & conferences / Eli Thoré

From 7–9 December 2025, the LAB team attended the ZOOlogy 2025 conference in Amsterdam. It was a great opportunity to connect with zoology researchers from across disciplines. All members of our team presented their work: A wonderful conference and a proud moment for the whole team!

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Fantastic news: Theresia awarded a PhD fellowship 🎉

News & announcements, Team highlights / Eli Thoré

Theresia received a PhD fellowship grant from Wallonie-Bruxelles International (WBI) through the DOCT.IN program. This is fantastic news and a well-deserved recognition of her work and potential. Congratulations, Theresia!

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LAB at Master Day in Biology 2025 🧪

Events & conferences, Outreach & media / Eli Thoré

On Saturday 22 November, we took part in the Master Day in Biology (15th edition), organized by the Royal Belgian Zoological Society. This event offers students a unique opportunity to explore Biology Master’s programs across Belgian universities and learn more about future career paths. The day took place at the Museum of Natural Sciences and

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