What do you hear? Step into the forests of Costa Rica and tell us
which sounds you prefer by completing the survey.
What else returns when a forest recovers? Giacomo Delgado’s research at ETH Zurich has found evidence of successful forest restoration in Costa Rica; canopy cover, carbon storage and even biodiversity. We can see it, we can measure it but what if we could hear it.
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At this one-day event, you will get insights on and discuss about relevant topics at the nexus of biodiversity and climate change. Various representatives from the international Science-Policy Interfaces IPBES and the IPCC will be present to share their experience of working in such an environment. The event seeks to connect the two communities, nationally as well as internationally, in order to foster cooperation and knowledge exchange. More about this event
Location: Gurten Pavillon; Gurtenkulm 10, 3084 Wabern bei Bern
Reflections for Biodiversity Researchers Engaging With Policy-Science Interfaces
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Most insects that interact with plants have preferences for certain chemical components in the material they consume. In the case of insect herbivores and pollinators, both groups often need specific nutrients, or the avoidance of compounds that are toxic for them. As a consequence, they have evolved preferences or aversions to specific plant compounds, which guide their foraging for food sources.
Continue reading How Alpine Plants use Chemicals for Communication and Why this can be relevant for ConservationResponse Doctoral Program
Most insects that interact with plants have preferences for certain chemical components in the material they consume. In the case of insect herbivores and pollinators, both groups often need specific nutrients, or the avoidance of compounds that are toxic for them. As a consequence, they have evolved preferences or aversions to specific plant compounds, which guide their foraging for food sources.
Continue reading How Alpine Plants use Chemicals for Communication and Why this can be relevant for ConservationIn view of biodiversity loss, it is important that early-career researchers get involved not only in science but also contribute to biodiversity policy. The Blue-Green Biodiversity research initiative of Eawag and WSL organised a workshop to facilitate cooperation between science, practice and politics.
Continue reading Translating science into action and engage in biodiversity policy-makingResponse Doctoral Program
It is that range of biodiversity that we must care for – the whole thing – rather than just one or two stars. – David Attenborough
When we think about ecological diversity, our minds often jump to different species of plants and animals. But what if there is more to this story? Diversity extends beyond genes, plants, and animals—it is also about the variety of ecosystems in the landscapes around us (Fig. 1). Imagine a patchwork quilt of croplands, forests, grasslands, wetlands and meadows. Could this mosaic be the key to a healthier, more resilient environment? Do these diverse ecosystems, working together, contribute to the overall balance of our landscapes on a grander scale?
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Warum wird in der Schweiz so wenig Buchweizen angebaut? SRF-1-Foodexpertin Esther Kern hat sich darüber in der Sendung ┬½À point – Wissen aus der Küche auf den Punkt gebracht┬╗ mit RESPONSE Fellow Fabian Hess unterhalten. Als Doktorand an der ETH untersucht er über hundert Buchweizen-Sorten für den Anbau in der Schweiz.
Continue reading Buchweizen als wertvolle Pflanze auf dem Feld – SRF RadiosendungAre you interested in biodiversity management and conservation at the global, national, cantonal, and municipal level? Are you interested in how integrating scientific research results into the decision-making process and engaging at the science and policy interface successfully? If yes, join our upcoming science and policy workshop.
Continue reading New Course Offer – Capacity Building Workshop on Effective Science-Policy Collaboration in Biodiversity ManagementThe European Commission has covered ‘The costs of diversity: higher prices for more diverse grassland seed mixtures’ in their recent ‘Science for Environment Policy’ News Alert. A paper of former PSC-Mercator fellow Sergio Schaub.
