Molecular and Chemical Trait-based Approach in Understanding the Applicability of Himalayan Lichen for Nitrogen Pollution Biomonitoring

Funder	Natural Environment Research Council
Recipient Organization	University of Edinburgh
Country	United Kingdom
Start Date	Aug 31, 2024
End Date	Feb 29, 2028
Duration	1,277 days
Number of Grantees	2
Roles	Student; Supervisor
Data Source	UKRI Gateway to Research
Grant ID	`2928261`

Grant Description

The Himalayan region is facing substantial stress of reactive nitrogen pollution origination from IndoGangantic Plain 1). The impacts of N can be observed in lichens which are considered excellent indicators of ecosystem health.