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🌍 Ecosystems in the Balance: Supporting Future Policy and Research 🌱 📅 January 22-23, 2025 📍 Herman Teirlinck, Avenue du Port 88, Brussels Are you an expert or stakeholder passionate about bridging biodiversity, climate change, human, and animal health? Join for this two-day One Health event, organized by the Belgian One Health Network, the Belgian Biodiversity Platform, and Sciensano. This event will explore: 🔹 Biodiversity loss and climate change 🔹 The impact of wildlife trade 🔹 Risks associated with Invasive Alien Species 🔹 Data and surveillance approaches The focus will be on environmental factors influencing infectious disease emergence, prevention strategies, early warning mechanisms, and preparedness solutions. 👉 Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/e9i7KefV 💡 Interested in presenting your research? Submit your poster before January 8, 2025: https://lnkd.in/emZHxc2U 📑 Please read the concept note before submitting: https://lnkd.in/ejBJRB5N 💶 Registration fee: €125 (€50 for PhD students) 📌 Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to sustainable solutions! #OneHealth #Biodiversity #ClimateChange #Health #Collaboration If you have questions or need further information contact BeOH@sciensano.be. Keep an eye on the website, and the social media channels.

We’re excited to announce our latest publication: "From the depths to the apex: Tracing the organophosphate ester journey through marine food webs". 🔍 This study dives deep into the world of organophosphate esters (OPEs), analyzing their behavior across various marine species and trophic levels. Through this research, we've uncovered insights into bioaccumulation, biomagnification, and how these contaminants are metabolized within marine ecosystems. 🌍 These findings bring us closer to understanding the impact of contaminants on marine biodiversity and ecosystem health, highlighting potential risks for marine life—and for us. Check out the full article for a closer look at our findings! 👇 w/ Odei Garcia Garin & Ethel Eljarrat Esebag

Today I attended Day 1 of the Mizzou College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources - CAFNR Research Symposium (Day 1). Today’s focus was a celebration of the discovery of Aureomycin and discussion of the critical role of soil health in our ecosystems. On the face of it, this might seem not really related to the work I do, but I found every talk informative and inspiring. I often find that stepping outside my focus area to learn something in a different field provides valuable insights and a new perspective. The discovery of Aureomycin, made by Dr. Benjamin Minge Duggar in 1945, continues to impact human and animal health through antibiotics like tetracycline, which, as Dr. Taylor Nelson highlighted, is now even used in cancer prevention by treating H. Pylori infections. Hearing from Tobey Hackett, the first person cured by Aureomycin in 1949, was a powerful reminder of how scientific breakthroughs can transform lives. However, as Dr. John Middleton pointed out, the widespread use of antibiotics is not without challenges—there’s still work to be done, especially around the consequences of overuse. Dr. Samiran Banerjee emphasized that soil is the most diverse ecosystem, with 1.5 kg of life per square meter. And Dr. Chung Ho Lin reminded us, “Without diversity, we’re unable to adapt,” emphasizing that healthy soils offer rich opportunities for bio-inspired discovery. As Sara Pauley explained through the One Health model, the health of humans, animals, and the environment are interlinked, and it’s our shared responsibility to maintain and improve these ecosystems. Her insights into equitable access to nature—through initiatives like the Boone County Nature School—highlight the importance of including all voices in conservation efforts. For me, today’s conversations at the symposium emphasized that creating inclusive systems where diverse contributions are valued is key to building healthier, more adaptable ecosystems. Looking forward to Day 2! #STEM #Innovation #SoilHealth #OneHealth #InclusiveInnovation #Aureomycin

Abstract submission for the 9th GGAA in Kenya October 5-9, 2025 is now OPEN!! https://lnkd.in/dbdi26QR We cordially invite you to submit abstracts on topics related to greenhouse gas emissions in animal and soil systems. See the specific conference themes: 👉 Impact of Animal Feed and Nutrition on GHG Emissions 👉 Animal Health, Genetics, and Genomics for Climate Resilience 👉 Rumen Microbial Genomics and Nutrition 👉 Manure Management 👉 GHG Emissions from Agricultural Soils and Grazing Systems 👉 Circular Economy 👉 Scaling and Modeling of GHG Emissions 👉 National GHG Inventory and Policy Frameworks with Carbon Finance Mechanisms 👉 Measurement Techniques for GHG Emissions

🌊 The recording of our last scientific webinar on #Biosecurity in the seaweed industry with Pr. Elizabeth Cottier-Cook (Scottish Association For Marine Science/GlobalSeaweed-SUPERSTAR) is now available on our Youtube Channel, check it out! ➡️https://lnkd.in/e3SwB-uh Abstract: "The rapid expansion and intensification of the seaweed industry are unlikely to abate soon, as the world increasingly looks toward the oceans to provide new sources of nutrition and nature-based solutions to climate change. This rapid expansion, however, combined with rising seawater temperatures and coastal eutrophication, has led to an increase in infectious disease and pest outbreaks. The timing seems right, therefore, to introduce a new Progressive Management Pathway (PMP) to Improve Seaweed Biosecurity. This PMP will form an integral component of a whole supply-chain approach for de-risking aquaculture supply chains. We believe it will also profoundly change the structure of this industry, ultimately allowing countries access to markets worldwide and promoting the implementation of the ‘One Health’ approach to ensure environmental, social and crop health. This webinar by Prof Elizabeth Cottier-Cook will explain how the PMP/AB-Seaweed could assist your country in safeguarding the future of its seaweed industry and provide case studies for how this PMP can be applied at farm level." All our previous webinars are available in this dedicated playlist: https://lnkd.in/gQpYeSUj #GlobalSeaweedCoalition #Webinar #Phycology 🌊🌊🌊 Centre national de la recherche scientifique Station Biologique de Roscoff Lloyd's Register Foundation United Nations Global Compact Philippe Potin Vincent Doumeizel Nichola Dyer Mélanie C. Sofya Mishchenko Adrien Vincent Andrea Blanc Azzedine Badis

Our newest project is good news for BC’s shellfish industry 🦪 and fans of beach time!🏖️ Fecal pollution in BC's marine waters can lead to prolonged shellfish harvesting closures and recreational beach shutdowns. The University of British Columbia and BC Centre for Disease Control-led project, funded by Genome BC, is developing a new two-step microbial source tracking test using genomics. This test will distinguish between human and animal waste contamination, empowering communities to quickly identify the source and take targeted action to clean it up. The BC Shellfish Growers Association and the Malahat Nation are also partners on the project. Objectives: • Develop a rapid and accurate test to pinpoint the source of fecal pollution (human or animal). • Create educational materials for industry and Indigenous communities. Benefits: • Improved public health protection through faster identification of contamination sources. • Reduced economic losses for the shellfish industry by minimizing harvesting closures. • Local communities empowered to take control and implement better management practices. Read more: https://bit.ly/PoopToProof Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, UBC #MarinePollution #Genomics #PublicHealth #Shellfish #CleanWater #EconomicDevelopment

Call for Blog Submissions 📝 In celebration of #OneHealthDay, PARCOH is inviting researchers, professionals, students, and development practitioners to share their insights through blog contributions. We are seeking for blogs that explore critical topics in One Health, including: - Agriculture and Water Resources 🌱💦 - Climate Change and Environmental Health 💚 - Public Health and Policy 🏥 - Biodiversity and Ecosystem 🌍🦓 Management - Animal Health🐄 - Technology, Education, and Community Engagement 📝. Your submissions should take an interdisciplinary approach and address the challenges and opportunities related to human, animal, and environmental health in Africa and beyond. Submission Details: - Maximum length: 600 words - Submissions are open now Submit your blog to: publications@parcoh.org By sharing your perspectives, you will help enrich the discussion and foster collaboration for a healthier and more sustainable future. Contact us for more information: info@parcoh.org We are also at your disposal to help you improve your blog 📝. #Onehealth #publichealth #environmenthealth #biodiversity #animalhealth

🌱 "We know from the evidence that our global #FoodSystems are one of the key drivers of biodiversity collapse. At the same time, reinvesting in models of food and farming that promote biodiversity is one of the key strategies for protecting it." — Anna Lappé. In the latest episode of the Feed podcast by TABLE, our Executive Director, Anna Lappé, dives into a crucial conversation on the direct link between food systems and #biodiversity loss. As #COP16 approaches, this timely discussion with global experts explores how transforming food systems can play a pivotal role in protecting both people and the planet. 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/ggF_ANEt

MIBIREM is closely following the #MissionSoilWeek2024 second year in a raw! The MIBIREM is focused on advancing #bioremediation techniques to promote healthier #soils throughout Europe 👉 https://lnkd.in/eu4xuQrf

Mortiño berries (Vaccinium meridionale) are a critical component of the IUCN Red Listed, Critically Endangered Antioquia Brushfinch's diet (photographed). Unfortunately, mortiño shrubs are being increasingly cleared for cattle ranching in the region. However, because they are also suitable for human consumption as well, growing these berries can provide an economic opportunity for local farmers while also helping to preserve their existence in the birds’ habitat. Training in propagation and production of mortiño berries is one of many learnings of the Antioquia Biomonitores Program, the upfront benefit-sharing initiative of our pilot series of Conservation Challenges in Colombia. Learn more about our work to help protect the Antioquia Brushfinch and Antipitta (whose taxonomies are still under study) in collaboration with Instituto de Investigación de Recursos Biológicos Alexander von Humboldt and #Colombia-based NGO Neotropical Innovation on our platform. platform.wiseancestors.org Please note: The two reference genomes generated in this pilot series will contribute to Earth BioGenome Project! Photo credit: Santiago Chiquito Garcia #habitat #biodiversity #conservation