Did you know that coronaviruses are naturally present in many animal species? Two Biodiversa+ projects, BIODIV-AFREID and BioRodDis, have delved into the intricate interplay between wild animals, coronaviruses and human health. Discover their findings in their captivating new video and learn about the importance of One Health to safeguard global health. Biodiversa+ proudly presents the…
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Discover our latest mapping! Biodiversa+ is very happy to introduce its latest mapping! In light of the ongoing biodiversity crisis and its numerous drivers, there is a critical need to strengthen our understanding of biodiversity status, dynamics, and trends through science-based knowledge, in Europe and globally. We have published a new mapping on international collaboration…
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Biodiversa+, through the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) has opened a call for tenders. We are looking for a knowledge broker to undertake the development of overarching policy briefs based on the key results of the funded projects within the 2018-2019 BiodivHealth call – Biodiversity and its influence on animal, human and plant health. Through its…
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We're thrilled to be launching of the BiodivNBS research call in one month! On 11 September 2023, we’re opening submissions of research proposals for our call on Nature-based Solutions (NBS) for biodiversity, human well-being, and societal transformation. A core Biodiversa+ activity is to support research & innovation programmes and funded projects. Since 2008, Biodiversa has…
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Do you want to contribute to halting biodiversity loss while working with an amazing team and Partners from all over Europe? Biodiversa+ is looking for its new Executive Director, based in Paris, France! The implementation of the Biodiversa+ Work Program is supported through an Operational Team composed of an Executive Director, a Head of Research…
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The AlienScenarios and GloBAM projects have won the Biodiversa Prize for Excellence and Impact! Biodiversa+ is very happy to announce the winners of the 6th edition of the Biodiversa+ Prize for Excellence and Impact: the AlienScenarios and GloBAM projects. Congratulations to them! Biodiversa+ has developed animated videos with the awarded projects to highlight their findings, and to help disseminate their work to…
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Biodiversa+ is very pleased to share our latest capacity building webinar on replay! This webinar delves into the critical topic of strengthening collaboration with the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and other Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs). The webinar provided scientists with insights into CBD issues, processes, and policy-making opportunities. Understanding the objectives and mechanisms…
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Biodiversa+ is pleased to announce the launch of its Biome! The Biodiversa+ Biome is an open-ended group of active organisations, initiatives and individuals interested in Biodiversa+ missions and activities. The Biome enables its members to share their interests, experiences and ideas with others. Joining the Biome is a light and easy way to…
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Join the Biodiversa+ secretariat! Do you have a passion for biodiversity? Are you looking for a meaningful job? Do you speak French and English flawlessly? The French National Research Agency (ANR), Biodiversa+ partner, is looking for a Scientific Project Officer to help implement the transnational calls for research projects published by Biodiversa+. As…
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When it comes to biodiversity conservation, balancing diverse interests among nations and stakeholders is crucial. Projects funded through our BiodivScen call are using scenario-making to evaluate future biodiversity changes and support effective conservation policies. Magnus Tannerfeldt, Biodiversa+ vice chair and BiodivScen’s program coordinator, has told Futures4Europe all about it. Magnus stressed the need to consider…
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