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Conservation Research Institute

The University of Cambridge Conservation Research Institute (CRI) is an inclusive interdisciplinary community of world-leading scholars with an interest in conservation.

Our goals include conducting research and activities that contribute to the protection and flourishing of global biodiversity, a stable and liveable climate, functioning and resilient ecosystems, and improved human well-being for all, as well as understanding the relationship between biodiversity conservation and society.

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Read more at: The Royal Society Environment Prize Lecture by Andrew Balmford: Feeding the world without costing the earth

The Royal Society Environment Prize Lecture by Andrew Balmford: Feeding the world without costing the earth

9 April 2026

The Royal Society Environment Prize Lecture will be delivered by Professor Andrew Balmford FRS on 16th June 2026, at the Royal Society, London.


Read more at: 25th Student Conference on Conservation Science: 31 March - 2 April 2026

25th Student Conference on Conservation Science: 31 March - 2 April 2026

30 March 2026

The 25th Student Conference on Conservation Science takes place here in Zoology this week. Conservationists and students from across the globe will travel to Cambridge to take part.


Read more at: UK appoints Cambridge Prof Laura Díaz AnadÃģn to Climate Change Committee

UK appoints Cambridge Prof Laura Díaz AnadÃģn to Climate Change Committee

23 March 2026

UK ministers have appointed University of Cambridge Professor Laura Díaz AnadÃģn to the independent statutory body which advises their governments on greenhouse gas emissions targets and reports to parliament on climate progress.


Read more at: Global insect rescue plan needs new tech to ensure success

Global insect rescue plan needs new tech to ensure success

20 March 2026

A new study recommends the United Nations establishes a dedicated working group to develop insect-focused measurements, and outlines practical tools that could create a worldwide picture of insect health.