Research and Conservation

Alien species are giving freshwater ecosystems in Africa and beyond a mauling. But a new project, backed by funding from one of the continent’s premier prizes for young researchers, holds hope. The post Healing the planet from the ground up appeared first on Research and Conservation .

Alien species are giving freshwater ecosystems in Africa and beyond a mauling. But a new project, backed by funding from one of the continent’s premier prizes for young researchers, holds hope. The post Investing in nature: African ministers call for rethink on conservation funding appeared first on Research and Conservation .

Alien species are giving freshwater ecosystems in Africa and beyond a mauling. But a new project, backed by funding from one of the continent’s premier prizes for young researchers, holds hope. The post From ponds to power plays: South African scientist tackles invasive plants with game-changing research appeared first on Research and Conservation .

Human-centred conservation takes focus at the Oppenheimer Research Conference — linking biodiversity, climate resilience, and community empowerment. The post Putting people at the heart of conservation appeared first on Research and Conservation .

Discover the mystery of anguillid eel migrations and why global collaboration is key—spotlight from the Oppenheimer Research Conference 2025. The post Tracking the hidden journey of eels: Why collaboration across the Indian Ocean matters appeared first on Research and Conservation .

African scientists are overcoming systemic hurdles to strengthen research capacity on the continent, demonstrating that Africa can fashion its own answers to the environmental and conservation challenges it faces. The post From barriers to breakthroughs: Africa’s scientific journey appeared first on Research and Conservation .

In sounds, signs, and symbols, scientists find new ways to tell nature’s story. The post Visualising science: Leading African researchers reveal nature’s secrets in posters appeared first on Research and Conservation .

To reverse biodiversity loss, we must rethink our relationship with the natural world, says leading sustainability scientist Belinda Reyers. The post The real forces behind biodiversity loss — and what we can do about them appeared first on Research and Conservation .

Viable solutions to wildlife crime are deeply connected to resolving human-wildlife conflict. The post When wildlife comes calling: A struggle for survival appeared first on Research and Conservation .

As the Oppenheimer Research Conference prepares to present Africa's richest research grant, this story dives deep into how the three finalists are harnessing cutting-edge tools to secure the continent’s natural heritage for future generations. The post Beyond the brink: How three African scientists are building the tools to counter ecological collapse appeared first on Research and Conservation .