The sixth edition of Seed Ecology will be devoted to various aspects of functional seed ecology.

Specifically, the focus of the meeting will be on the mechanisms and processes determining seed dispersal, seed germination, seed persistence, and population genetic aspects related to these.

Several pivotal applied aspects of seed ecology, such as seed-based conservation or restoration management, will be covered as well.

In order to cover all levels of biological organization at the meeting, we also consider inviting certain number of speakers who deal with molecular and physiological processes in seed dormancy, germination and longevity.