Optimization of bioretention systems through application of ecological theory

Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Water

Volumn 2, Issue 3, 2015, Pages 259-270

  Levin, Lisa A ^a   Mehring, Andrew S ^a  

^a CENTER FOR MARINE BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION   (United States)

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EID: 84943391870     PISSN: None     EISSN: 20491948     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1002/WAT2.1072     Document Type: Article

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