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- Biodiversity in MedicineMedicines derived from natural sources
- Three Principles of Natural SustainabilityThe environment has three main principles of sustainability that intertwine and ensure the continuation of life within our ecosystem. These principles include; biodiversity, chemical cycling and solar energy reliance.
- Threats to BiodiversityAre you responsible for the extinction of a species?
- What is Biodiversity and Why is it Important?Did you know that without biodiversity, all commercial rice production almost halted due to a virus. But out of more than 6,000 different species, one rice plant had a natural resistance and saved the day?
Plant Biodiversity- How it Affects You and What You Can Do About ItThe interconnectedness of all systems of a planet make general biodiversity an important factor. As with all forms of biodiversity, plant diversity has a specific impact on human life.- Biodiversity and the Tragedy of the CommonsThis essay uses the Tragedy of the Commons to look at Marine Protected Areas.
- Why Conserve BiodiversityBiodiversity is required for human survival. Increasing population degrades natural habitat in several ways. Loss of species diversity causes loss of genetic diversity that shrinks our options for shaping our future.
- Few Words About BiodiversitySimply, biodiversity means diversity of genes, species, and ecosystems. Biodiversity concept includes social, economic, cultural, and political dimensions. Biodiversity conservation needs to be addressed urgently as it is associated our survival.
- Traditional Knowledge and Biodiversity ConservationBiodiversity conservation has been undoubtedly a top priority issue. The present communication briefs the importance of traditional knowledge in biodiversity conservation.
- Biodiversity in SwitzerlandOverall Switzerland is one of the most proactive countries in the world when it comes to promoting biodiversity and maintaining the quality of the environment.
The UN Declares 2010 as the International Year of BiodiversityThe United Nations declared 2010 has the International Year of Biodiversity. Taking your summer vacation this year is a great opportunity to teach your kids how to understand the importance of biodiversity.- Importance of BiodiversityIn this essay, we discuss the definition of biodiversity, its importance and the implications of loss of biodiversity. The many causes of loss of biodiversity are examined.
How to Save Fruit and Vegetable BiodiversityAn alarmingly few varieties of our most crucial crops still exist in the world today, and biodiversity could help us ward off the next famine.- Negros Interior Biodiversity Expedition UnderwayEnvironmentalists from the United Kingdom and the Philippines have set off on a two- week biological expedition to the interior of the North Negros Natural Park (NNNP).
Fun Ways to Cultivate Biodiversity in the GardenWhile dragon carrots and purple potatoes might sound like a menu from Dr. Seuss, exploring new varieties of fruits and vegetables is a fun and tasty way to reverse the damaging effects of our ever-narrowing food supply.- What We Can Do to Conserve Biodiversity in AmericaThis article discusses biodiversity conservation in United States.
- Biodiversity and Species ExtinctionThis is a college paper written in 2005 for an Environmental Studies course. The topic is based on text book chapter 10.
- What is Biodiversity?An overview of biodiversity and its importance to our ecosystem
- Greenhouse Gases, Biodiversity, Environmental Policy and John McCainThe environmental record of George W. Bush is simply atrocious. Why should we expect anything different from John McBush?
- Threats to Global BiodiversityOne of the gravest dangers facing the world right now is a threat to global biodiversity. This article looks at some of the reasons for this loss...
- The Impact of Wildlife Extinction and the Importance of BiodiversityThis article describes the impact of wildlife extinction and the loss of biodiversity.
- The Biodiversity Exhibit at NYC's American Museum of Natural HistoryThe Biodiversity Exhibit at the AMNH is both fascinating for its look at the multitude of species on our planet and alarming for its message of how many species we lose to extinction practically on a daily basis.
Ocean Dead ZonesIt's scary how many ocean dead zones there are--and they're all from us. We talk about how it affects your health and what you're eating.- Biodiversity on the VergePlanting on your verge to attract animals and extend vegetation corridors
- Critique: Daniel Simberloff's "Introduced Species: The Threat to Biodiversity & What We Can Be Done"This article gives a critique of a professor's examination and suggested solutions to threats to our planet's biodiversity.
Negros Expedition Sets Offcrucial exploration in northern negros occidental, philippines- Scientific Taxonomy and Earth BiodiversityThis article discusses biodiversity.
Australia to Create Online Encyclopedia of LifeAustralia's Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization has named Donald Hobern its first director for its Atlas of Living Australia project.
How Can a Cup of Water Tell Us What is Moral and Immoral?One cool afternoon, my friend and I sat in a local coffee shop and debated whether one could tell what is moral or immoral using only a glass of water...
