The German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) is focused on understanding the variety of life on earth. We measure and monitor how this diversity is changing, and how it affects ecosystem functioning and services. We are establishing the scientific basis for sustainably managing, protecting, and restoring biodiversity for a more resilient future.
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Biodiversity research explores fundamental, complex, and often poorly understood aspects of life on Earth. It has potential to generate transformative insights and solutions, by pushing the boundaries of current scientific knowledge by:
– Addressing Complex Systems: Biodiversity involves intricate interactions among species and ecosystems, requiring innovative, interdisciplinary approaches.
– Tackling Unpredictable Challenges: Biodiversity research deals with dynamic issues like species extinction, climate change, and ecosystem collapse, where outcomes are uncertain and research must evolve rapidly.
– Driving Scientific Innovation: Biodiversity research – even though considered basic research – often leads to new methods in genetics, data analysis, remote sensing, and ecological modeling.
– Informing Policy and Sustainability: Research in this area directly impacts conservation efforts and global sustainability strategies.