From 16 to 21 June, the 7th European Congress on Conservation Biology took place in Bologna, Italy. The Congress attracted around 1,000 participants from many countries in Europe and beyond. During the five hot days, over 800 presentations filled nearly 150 sessions, including plenary, regular, poster sessions, symposia and workshops. Here is some information about […]
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We are pleased to announce that Dr Nuria Selva has received the Ilkka Hanski European Distinguished Service Award from the Society for Conservation Biology for her important scientific work on the impacts of global change and for providing scientific support to the protection of Białowieża Forest […]
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Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are a group of chemicals of global importance. They are resistant to degradation and persist in the environment for a very long time, which is why they are also sometimes referred to as “perennial chemicals.” POPs can be carried over long […]
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The advancing Bear Care 2024 conference organized by Bear Care Group in collaboration with the Oakland Zoo and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife was held in Oakland, California from April 30 – May 3. This conference was successful in bringing together many delegates from around the world […]
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In her interview for Nauka o Klimacie, Nuria Selva explains about how climate change may affect bears, including their hibernation, diet and interactions with people. She tells also about the problem of fragmentation and loss of habitat due to urban sprawl and road building, how climate warming will push tourists into bear […]
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