Biodiversity in the Balance: Causes and Consequences
Conference - Heidelberg, Germany
Biodiversity refers to the variation of life at all levels of biological organization - genes, species, and ecosystems – in all their mind-boggling manifestations on the planet. Through the provision of ecosystem “goods and services” it is the most salient feature of life on earth. It supports all of our economic and social development, and is vital to our health and well-being. Species of animals and plants have always been important as sources of food, fuels, medicines, clothing and building materials, while ecosystems provide and maintain supplies of clean water, soil and air. However, this is frequently taken for granted in an increasingly developed and globalised world.
The main aim of these joint meetings is to present important areas of life science research in a manner accessible to all, and to promote reflection on their implications. At the same time, they should facilitate a broad dialogue between biologists, behavioral and social scientists, students of all disciplines, and members of the public.
The evolving web of life: continuities and discontinuities
Assessing, mapping and researching forms of life
Biodiversity: benefits and the risks of loss
Human impact and visions of sustainability
Friday, November 9, 2012 to Saturday, November 10, 2012
EMBL Course and Conference Office, European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Meyerhofstraße 1, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany
Contact: 49 6221 387 8346
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