What is artisanal gold mining and how does it impact biodiversity? Artisanal gold mining is a major driver of deforestation, in tropical forests and other habitats. Gold … Read more
Month: February 2026
Alumni Spotlight: Nalini Mohan
What are Centres for Species Survival? Centres for Species Survival (CSSs), are partnerships between the IUCN SSC (Species Survival Commission) and leading species conservation organisations. The … Read more
Successfully Recovered Species Still Need Genetic Management
Species saved from the brink of extinction, including many of today’s most iconic conservation success stories, still suffer the consequences of their ‘near misses’. Recovering … Read more
Spatial Nature Planning Forum 2026 to Convene National and International Experts at the University of Kent
The Spatial Nature Planning (SNaP) Forum will return to the University of Kent, Canterbury, from 24–26 March 2026, bringing together researchers, practitioners and policymakers to advance the role of systematic … Read more