From newly discovered animal species to historical collection treasures, from environmental changes to nature conservation in the Anthropocene, from the opening of a special exhibition to a panel discussion: here you will find the latest information. We also offer current press releases for download in the press section.
Establishment of a science center for biodiversity research in Ecuador
13.02.2025
The Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change is working with the Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador (PUCE) in Quito to establish a scientific center for biodiversity research in Ecuador. The Ecuadorian-German Integrative Biodiversity Research Centre (EGiB) will work with a network of research institutions to further develop the scientific infrastructure in one of the world's most important and at the same time highly endangered biodiversity hotspots.
Establishment of a science center for biodiversity research in Ecuador
13.02.2025
The Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change is working with the Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador (PUCE) in Quito to establish a scientific center for biodiversity research in Ecuador. The Ecuadorian-German Integrative Biodiversity Research Centre (EGiB) will work with a network of research institutions to further develop the scientific infrastructure in one of the world's most important and at the same time highly endangered biodiversity hotspots.
Pesticides have greater impacts on animals, plants, and microorganisms than previously thought
13.02.2025
Plant protection products are mainly used in agriculture to control pests. However, they can also harm many beneficial animal, plant and fungal species that are not the target of the pesticides. An international meta-study involving the Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change (LIB) shows just how profound and previously unknown the actual effect of different pesticides is on a large number of organism groups. The synthesis of 1,705 papers was published in the journal Nature Communications published.
Insight and exchange: New rooms and exhibition open at the Museum der Natur Hamburg
12.02.2025
Since 12 February, two newly designed rooms in the zoological exhibition at the Museum der Natur Hamburg have been inviting visitors to linger, marvel, discover and participate. Their design encourages visitors to immerse themselves in an exciting dialogue on the subject of science and nature. A creative workshop marks the start of participative events in the "Tiger Lounge". The exhibition series "Menschen machen Museum" (People make museum) will be launched in another newly designed room for special exhibitions.
The travelling exhibition "PLANET A*" comes to Museum Koenig Bonn
06.02.2025
We only have this one planet - let's preserve nature together! With its concise approach and diverse interactive modules, "PLANET A*- The exhibition for *species diversity" invites young people in particular to reflect and act in the interests of nature. The exhibition can be seen from 18 October 2024 to 30 April 2025 at Museum Koenig Bonn.